Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Carne Asada Tacos, a delightful dish that combines tender, marinated flank steak with fresh toppings for a satisfying meal. Perfect for gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, these tacos are packed with bold flavors and customizable options to suit everyone’s tastes. From juicy steaks to zesty pico de gallo and creamy guacamole, every bite promises an explosion of taste. Whether you’re hosting a taco night or simply craving something delicious, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds flank steak
- Juice of 2 limes
- Juice of 1 orange
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 12 corn tortillas
- Pico de gallo
- Guacamole
Instructions
- Marinate the steak by whisking together lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, and spices in a mixing bowl. Pour over flank steak in a resealable bag; refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until it reaches your desired doneness (medium-rare is approximately 135°F).
- Let the cooked steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet until pliable. Assemble tacos by placing sliced steak in each tortilla and topping with pico de gallo and guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg