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Easy Carne Asada Tacos for Any Occasion

Easy Carne Asada Tacos for Any Occasion

Juicy, citrus-marinated steak seared to perfection and tucked into warm corn tortillas, topped with onion, cilantro, salsa, and a squeeze of lime. Simple, quick, and perfect for weeknights or weekend gatherings.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lb flank steak or skirt steak
  • 0.5 cup orange juice fresh squeezed preferred
  • 0.25 cup lime juice fresh
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce low-sodium
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 clove garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped, for marinade
  • 1 count jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 12 count corn tortillas 6-inch
  • 0.5 cup white onion finely diced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped, for topping
  • 1 count avocado sliced
  • 0.5 cup cotija cheese crumbled, optional
  • 0.75 cup salsa your favorite red or green
  • 2 count limes cut into wedges

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, 0.25 cup chopped cilantro, jalapeño, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add the flank steak and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat a grill to high heat or a cast-iron skillet over medium-high until very hot.
  • Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off. Pat dry with paper towels for better sear. Lightly oil grill grates or skillet.
  • Grill or sear steak for 4 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until an instant-read thermometer registers about 130°F.
  • Transfer steak to a cutting board and rest 5 to 10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
  • Warm tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet until pliable and lightly charred.
  • Assemble tacos: add sliced steak to tortillas and top with diced onion, chopped cilantro, salsa, avocado, and cotija if using. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate at least 1 hour. Slice against the grain for tenderness. If using skirt steak, cook slightly less due to thinner cut. Adjust salt if using regular (not low-sodium) soy sauce.