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Tacos de Carne Asada Recipe

Mexican · Main course · 40 min total

Juicy, marinated grilled steak served in warm corn tortillas with fresh salsa and guacamole. This authentic Mexican street food favorite is perfect for a casual dinner or party.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs flank or skirt steak
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 12 small corn tortillas
• 1 cup salsa verde or pico de gallo
• 1 cup guacamole
• 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
• Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper. Place steak in a dish, pour marinade over, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2. Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat. Remove steak from marinade and pat dry. Grill for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to desired doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain into thin strips.
3. Warm tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
4. Assemble tacos: place steak on tortillas, top with salsa, guacamole, and queso fresco. Serve with lime wedges.

Tips

• For best flavor, marinate overnight.
• Skirt steak is traditional; flank steak is a good substitute.
• Keep tortillas warm in a clean kitchen towel.
• Leftover steak can be used in burritos or salads.

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