Description
These Carne Asada Tacos feature marinated and grilled flank or skirt steak, sliced thinly and served on warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings like diced onions, cilantro, lime, salsa, and optional avocado. Perfectly grilled with bold flavors from a zesty marinade, these tacos make for an easy and flavorful meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Steak and Marinade
- 1 ½ pounds flank steak or skirt steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Tortillas
- 8 small corn tortillas
Toppings (Optional)
- Diced onions
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Salsa
- Avocado slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Steak: Rub the marinade all over the flank or skirt steak. Cover the steak and refrigerate to marinate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse. For a deeper flavor, marinate up to 4 hours.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot. Properly heating the grill ensures a nice sear on the steak.
- Grill the Steak: Place the marinated steak on the hot grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare or 145°F for medium doneness.
- Rest the Steak: Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Resting helps juices redistribute, resulting in a juicier steak.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the steak rests, warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side until soft and slightly charred, enhancing their flavor and pliability.
- Slice and Assemble Tacos: Thinly slice the steak against the grain to ensure tenderness. Place slices on each warm tortilla and top with diced onions, chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime, salsa, and avocado slices if desired.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately while warm and enjoy the fresh, savory flavors.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the steak for at least 2 hours.
- Use corn tortillas for an authentic Mexican flavor; however, flour tortillas can be substituted if preferred.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder according to your taste.
- Letting the steak rest after grilling ensures tender and juicy slices.
- You can prepare toppings ahead of time to speed up assembly.
