Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of carne asada tacos, a delightful dish perfect for any taco night or casual gathering. Tender flank steak is marinated in a zesty blend of lime and orange juice, infused with garlic and spices, then grilled to perfection. Each bite bursts with savory goodness, complemented by fresh toppings like pico de gallo and creamy guacamole. These tacos are not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize them with your favorite ingredients. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive occasion, these carne asada tacos will surely impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds flank steak
- Juice of 2 limes
- Juice of 1 orange
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 12 corn tortillas
- Pico de gallo
- Guacamole
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Coat the flank steak in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat your grill over medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated flank steak for about 6-7 minutes per side until medium-rare. Allow resting before slicing against the grain.
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble tacos by placing sliced steak on tortillas and topping with pico de gallo and guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg