Description
Indulge in the zesty flavors of Carne Asada Tacos, a dish that brings together marinated flank steak grilled to perfection and topped with fresh, vibrant ingredients. This easy recipe is perfect for casual gatherings or special occasions, offering a delightful taste experience that will impress your family and friends. The citrus-infused marinade tenderizes the meat while adding layers of flavor, making each bite a savory delight. With customizable toppings like pico de gallo and guacamole, you can create your own taco masterpiece!
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 (homemade or store-bought)
- Guacamole (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate the flank steak for at least 2 hours in the fridge.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated steak for about 4-6 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
- Warm corn tortillas on a grill or skillet until pliable. Assemble each taco with sliced steak and top with pico de gallo and guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg