Street Tacos de Carne Asada

Street tacos are a vibrant part of Mexican street food culture, characterized by their simplicity and bold flavors. These tacos de carne asada feature marinated, grilled steak served on warm corn tortillas, topped with fresh garnishes.

Ingredients

For the Carne Asada:

• 1 ½ lbs skirt or flank steak
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• ½ tsp salt

For the Tacos:

• 12 small corn tortillas
• 1 small white onion, diced
• ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
• Salsa of choice

• Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade:
     • In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
     • Place the steak in a 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, preferably overnight.
  2. Grill the Steak:
     • Preheat your grill or a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
     • Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if desired.
     • Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  3. Warm the Tortillas:
     • Heat corn tortillas on a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame until warm and slightly charred.
  4. Assemble the Tacos:
     • Place sliced carne asada onto each tortilla.
     • Top with diced onion, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Add avocado slices and salsa if desired.
  5. Serve and Enjoy:
     • Serve immediately with extra lime wedges and salsa on the side. Pair with a refreshing beverage for a complete street taco experience!