Street Tacos de Carne Asada

Here’s an authentic Street-Style Carne Asada Tacos recipe—juicy, flavorful, and perfect for small corn tortillas 🌮🔥

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🌮 Street Tacos de Carne Asada

Serves

4 (makes ~8–10 tacos)

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Ingredients

For the Carne Asada

• 1 lb (450 g) flank or skirt steak

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp lime juice (about 2 limes)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Optional: 1–2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Toppings

• 8–10 small corn tortillas

• ½ cup finely chopped onion

• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

• Lime wedges

• Salsa verde or roja

• Optional: sliced radishes or pickled jalapeños

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Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate the Steak

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and cilantro (if using).

2. Place steak in marinade, coating evenly.

3. Marinate at least 30 minutes, ideally 2–4 hours for maximum flavor.

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2️⃣ Cook the Steak

1. Heat a grill, cast-iron skillet, or broiler to high.

2. Remove steak from marinade and pat dry.

3. Grill or sear 3–5 minutes per side for medium-rare (adjust time based on thickness).

4. Let steak rest 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.

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3️⃣ Warm the Tortillas

• Heat corn tortillas on a dry skillet, grill, or directly over a flame for 30–60 seconds per side until soft and slightly charred.

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4️⃣ Assemble Tacos

1. Place slices of carne asada on each tortilla.

2. Top with chopped onion, cilantro, and salsa.

3. Squeeze lime over tacos and serve immediately.

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Tips for Street-Style Flavor

• Use fresh lime juice—it brightens the meat.

• Thinly slice steak against the grain for tenderness.

• Corn tortillas are essential for authentic street tacos.

• Optional: lightly brush tortillas with a little oil before heating for a soft-crispy texture.

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Variations

• Carne Asada Fries: Serve over fries with cheese and sour cream.

• Add Guacamole: Smooth or chunky avocado topping.

• Spicy: Add fresh chopped serranos or a drizzle of hot sauce.

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I can also give a quick 20-minute version using broiler or stovetop only that still tastes like authentic street tacos