Description

Discover the vibrant flavors of Carne Asada Tacos, a perfect dish for any gathering! With tender flank steak marinated in a zesty mix of lime, orange, and aromatic spices, these tacos are bursting with flavor. The recipe allows for versatile toppings like pico de gallo and guacamole, ensuring everyone can customize their meal to their liking. Ideal for Taco Tuesdays or casual family dinners, this crowd-pleaser is sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and fun to eat, Carne Asada Tacos bring a fiesta atmosphere to your table!

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds flank steak
Juice of 2 limes
Juice of 1 orange
¼ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup finely 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 (for topping)
Guacamole (for topping)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Place the flank steak in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat your grill or grilling pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated flank steak for 5-7 minutes per side until desired doneness.
Allow the steak to rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
Warm the corn tortillas on the grill. Assemble tacos by placing sliced steak on each tortilla and topping with pico de gallo and guacamole.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 150g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, try adding fresh herbs or other spices to the marinade. Substitute flank steak with skirt steak if preferred. Serve with lime wedges for an added burst of flavor.