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Authentic Carne Asada Street Tacos

Three delicious steak tacos topped with diced white onions and cilantro resting on a wooden cutting board.
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Make juicy, flavorful street-style steak tacos using flank or skirt steak. This recipe translates professional techniques for quick, authentic Mexican steak dinner results.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound skirt steak or flank steak
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Juice of 1 orange
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup diced white onion, for topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for topping
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Combine lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, 1/4 cup cilantro, olive oil, soy sauce (if using), cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Whisk to combine. This is your best steak tacos seasoning.
  2. Place the skirt or flank steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  3. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
  4. Heat a grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. You want the surface hot for a good sear.
  5. Grill the steak for 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness. You are looking for good char marks.
  6. Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. This keeps the meat juicy.
  7. Slice the steak thinly against the grain into bite-sized pieces.
  8. Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet or directly over a low gas flame for about 30 seconds per side until soft and pliable.
  9. Assemble your street tacos: place a portion of the sliced steak onto each warm tortilla.
  10. Top each taco with diced white onion and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Notes

  • For a smoky flavor, consider adding 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the marinade.
  • If you prefer a spicier taco, add 1/2 teaspoon of chipotle powder to the seasoning mix.
  • If you do not have skirt or flank steak, use flat iron steak for similar results.

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