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Perfectly grilled carne asada tacos on warm corn tortillas with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges, beautifully plated on a rustic wooden board

Carne Asada Tacos

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 385 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill or cast-iron skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs skirt steak trimmed
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice about 3 limes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup white onion finely diced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup white onion diced for serving
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 limes cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, diced onion, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  • Place skirt steak in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over the meat. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for best results.
  • Remove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature. Preheat grill to high heat or heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking.
  • Remove steak from marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Reserve some marinade if desired for serving.
  • Grill or sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 125-130°F. Don't move the meat while cooking to achieve proper char.
  • Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice against the grain at a diagonal angle into thin strips.
  • Warm tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet until slightly charred and pliable, about 15-30 seconds per side.
  • Serve immediately with warm tortillas, diced onion, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges. Let everyone build their own tacos.

Notes

Storage tip: Leftover carne asada keeps in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat quickly in a hot skillet to avoid overcooking. The marinade can be made up to 3 days in advance.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSodium: 520mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g
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