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Authentic Carne Asada Tacos

Three authentic carne asada tacos filled with tender grilled beef, chopped onions, and cilantro, served with lime wedges.
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Make restaurant-style carne asada tacos at home with this recipe for tender, flavorful grilled steak.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds flank steak or skirt steak
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Corn tortillas
  • Toppings: chopped white onion, chopped cilantro, salsa, lime wedges, avocado slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl or a resealable plastic bag, combine lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  2. Marinate the steak: Add the flank steak or skirt steak to the marinade, ensuring it is fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably 4-6 hours, or overnight for maximum flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Clean and oil the grill grates.
  4. Grill the steak: Remove the steak from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Discard the marinade. Grill the steak for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired doneness and the thickness of the steak. You want a nice char on the outside.
  5. Rest the steak: Transfer the grilled steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender steak.
  6. Slice the steak: Thinly slice the steak against the grain.
  7. Warm the tortillas: Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet, griddle, or directly on the grill for a few seconds per side until pliable.
  8. Assemble the tacos: Fill each warm tortilla with a generous portion of the sliced carne asada.
  9. Add your favorite toppings: Garnish with chopped white onion, cilantro, salsa, avocado slices, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For an even deeper flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce to the marinade.
  • If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the steak in a hot cast-iron skillet on the stovetop.
  • Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
  • This carne asada is also great for bowls or salads.

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Find it online: https://carlacooking.com/carne-asada-tacos-recipe/