Latin American

Carne Asada Tacos

Approx. 30 minutes (plus marinating time)

The Story

A classic Mexican street taco. The key is a good marinade for the steak and fresh, simple toppings.

Ingredients

  • Flank or skirt steak- 1kg
  • For the marinade: Orange juice- 1/2 cup
  • For the marinade: Lime juice- 1/4 cup
  • For the marinade: Soy sauce- 1/4 cup
  • For the marinade: Minced garlic- 4 cloves
  • For the marinade: Chopped cilantro- 1/2 cup
  • Corn tortillas- 12
  • For topping: Diced white onion, chopped cilantro, salsa, lime wedges

Instructions

1

In a bowl, whisk together all the marinade ingredients.

2

Place the steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Marinate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours.

3

Preheat a grill to high heat.

4

Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on the thickness.

5

Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing it against the grain.

6

Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a pan.

7

To assemble the tacos, place some sliced carne asada on a warm tortilla.

8

Top with diced onion, cilantro, and your favorite salsa. Serve with lime wedges.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of guacamole and tortilla chips.

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