Description
Carne Asada Tacos are a vibrant culinary experience that brings the flavors of Mexico to your table. Tender, marinated flank steak is grilled to perfection and served in warm corn tortillas, topped with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and a squeeze of lime for a burst of flavor. Perfect for gatherings or Taco Tuesdays, these tacos are sure to impress family and friends with their rich taste and enticing aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the beef: In a bowl, mix garlic, lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, cumin, and cilantro. Add flank steak and marinate for at least one hour.
- 2. Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high.
- 3. Grill the steak: Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry. Grill for about 6-8 minutes per side until medium-rare.
- 4. Rest the meat: Let the steak rest for five minutes before slicing it against the grain into thin strips.
- 5. Assemble tacos: Warm tortillas on the grill. Fill with carne asada and top with onions, tomatoes, and a squeeze of lime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg