Mexican Street Tacos – Carne Asada

Absolutely! Mexican Street Tacos – Carne Asada are small, flavorful tacos with marinated grilled beef, fresh toppings, and warm corn tortillas—simple, authentic, and irresistible. Here’s a complete recipe:

Mexican Street Tacos – Carne Asada

Ingredients (Serves 4–6):

For the carne asada marinade:

1 lb (450 g) skirt or flank steak
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice (fresh)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the tacos:

8–10 small corn tortillas
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1–2 limes, cut into wedges
Optional: salsa, avocado slices, or radishes

Instructions:

1. Marinate the steak:

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Rub marinade all over the steak.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2–4 hours.

2. Cook the steak:

Grill method: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill steak 4–6 minutes per side (depending on thickness) for medium-rare.
Skillet method: Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over high heat. Sear steak 4–6 minutes per side until desired doneness.

3. Rest and slice:

Let steak rest 5–10 minutes.
Slice thinly against the grain into bite-sized pieces.

4. Warm tortillas:

Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or on the grill for 30–60 seconds per side until pliable.

5. Assemble tacos:

Place a few slices of carne asada on each tortilla.
Top with chopped onions and cilantro.
Serve with lime wedges and optional salsa or avocado.

💡 Tips for Authentic Street Tacos:

Use corn tortillas for authentic flavor; lightly char them for that “street” feel.
Thinly slice steak against the grain—this keeps it tender.
Keep toppings simple: onion, cilantro, and lime are classic.
For extra flavor, brush tortillas with a little butter or oil before warming.

I can also give a “full street-food version” with charred skirt steak, caramelized onions, and a smoky roasted salsa that tastes like you bought it from a taco stand in Mexico City.