Here’s a classic Street Tacos de Carne Asada recipe — authentic, juicy, and full of flavor 🌮🔥
Street Tacos de Carne Asada
Ingredients
For the Carne Asada
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1 lb flank steak or skirt steak
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup fresh lime juice
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¼ cup orange juice
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¼ cup olive oil
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp chili powder
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½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
For the Tacos
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Small corn tortillas (or flour if preferred)
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Chopped onion
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Chopped cilantro
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Lime wedges
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Optional: sliced radishes, avocado, or salsa
Instructions
1. Marinate the Steak
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In a bowl, mix garlic, lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
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Add steak, coat thoroughly, and let marinate at least 30 minutes (up to 2–3 hours for best flavor).
2. Grill or Pan-Sear
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Grill: Preheat grill to high heat. Cook steak 3–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until desired doneness.
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Stovetop: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Sear steak 3–5 minutes per side.
3. Rest & Slice
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Let steak rest 5 minutes.
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Slice thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
4. Warm Tortillas
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Heat tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for 30–60 seconds each until soft and pliable.
5. Assemble Tacos
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Place sliced steak on tortillas.
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Top with onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
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Add optional toppings like radishes, avocado, or salsa.
Tips for Authentic Flavor
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High heat = nice char on the steak.
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Against the grain slicing is key for tenderness.
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Corn tortillas give the true street taco experience.
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Marinate longer for more citrusy, tender flavor.
Variations
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Spicy Kick: Add minced jalapeño to the marinade.
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Garlic Lovers: Add extra minced garlic or roasted garlic paste.
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Meal Prep Style: Double the steak and store sliced portions for quick tacos later.
I can also give a 10-minute stovetop version with a quick marinade that still tastes like authentic street tacos if you want them super fast.