Street Tacos de Carne Asada

There’s something undeniably satisfying about biting into a warm, freshly made street taco. The combination of tender, marinated carne asada, fresh toppings, and soft corn tortillas creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

For the Carne Asada Marinade:

• 1 ½ lbs flank or skirt steak
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

For the Tacos:

• 12 small corn tortillas
• 1/2 cup diced white onion
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges, for serving

Optional Toppings:

• Salsa of your choice
• Diced avocado
• Crumbled cotija cheese

• Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade:
     In a bowl, whisk together garlic, orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and cilantro. Place the steak in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  2. Grill the Steak:
     Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess liquid drip off. Grill for 4–5 minutes per side, or until your desired level of doneness is reached. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  3. Warm the Tortillas:
     Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame until warm and pliable. Wrap them in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm.
  4. Assemble the Tacos:
     Place slices of carne asada on a warm tortilla. Top with diced onions and cilantro. Add a squeeze of lime juice and any optional toppings you like.
  5. Serve:
     Serve immediately with lime wedges and your favorite salsa on the side.
  6. Enjoy these authentic street tacos with friends and family, and let every bite remind you of Mexico’s vibrant culinary culture! 🌮