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Juicy Carne Asada Street Tacos (Stovetop or Grill)

Three delicious steak tacos filled with grilled, sliced steak, topped generously with chopped white onion and fresh cilantro.
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Make authentic, flavorful carne asada street tacos using flank or skirt steak. This recipe focuses on a simple, bold marinade and quick cooking for tender, juicy steak perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs skirt steak or flank steak
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 24 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup finely chopped white onion (for topping)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for topping)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and chili powder.
  2. Place the steak in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours, for best flavor.
  3. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
  4. Cook the steak: If grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the steak for 3–5 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness. If using a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear for 3–4 minutes per side.
  5. Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest on a cutting board for 5–10 minutes before slicing. This keeps the steak juicy.
  6. Slice the steak thinly against the grain into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Warm the tortillas: Heat the corn tortillas briefly on a dry skillet or griddle until soft and pliable, about 30 seconds per side. Stack them and wrap them in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm.
  8. Assemble the tacos: Place a portion of sliced steak onto each warm tortilla. Top generously with chopped white onion and fresh cilantro.
  9. Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, char the tortillas directly over a low gas flame for a few seconds per side before warming fully.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute half of the olive oil in the marinade with avocado oil.
  • This recipe works well for quick dinners, making it a great Taco Tuesday option.

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