Street Tacos de Carne Asada

Here’s a recipe for Street Tacos de Carne Asada:

Ingredients:

For the Carne Asada:

• 1 lb skirt steak or flank steak
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Tacos:

• Small corn tortillas
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges
• Salsa (optional)
• Sliced radishes (optional)
• Avocado slices (optional)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Steak:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • Place the steak in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it.
   • Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
2. Cook the Carne Asada:
   • Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat.
   • Remove the steak from the marinade and let any excess drip off.
   • Grill the steak for about 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness.
   • Once cooked, remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
   • Slice the steak thinly against the grain.
3. Prepare the Tacos:
   • Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet over medium heat until pliable.
   • Fill each tortilla with slices of carne asada.
   • Top with diced onions, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
   • Add optional toppings like salsa, radish slices, or avocado if desired.
4. Serve:
   • Serve the tacos immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

Enjoy your delicious Street Tacos de Carne Asada!