Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Carne Asada Mexican Street Tacos, an irresistible treat for taco enthusiasts! This recipe brings together marinated flank or skirt steak, seared to perfection and served in warm corn tortillas. Each bite bursts with authentic Mexican flair, enhanced by fresh cilantro, onions, and a squeeze of lime. Perfect for casual dinners or lively gatherings, these tacos are customizable with your favorite toppings like salsa or guacamole. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, they are sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs flank steak or skirt steak
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 small corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro and diced onions for topping
Instructions
- Marinate the steak for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight) using a mix of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and spices.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet on high heat until hot.
- Sear the steak for 3-5 minutes per side until desired doneness is reached.
- Let it rest before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet, then assemble tacos with sliced steak and your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg