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Mexican Street Tacos

Mouthwatering Mexican Street Tacos You Can Make at Home

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican Street Tacos with this authentic and easy carne asada recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • ¼ cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce Substitute with coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • ¼ cup Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice Fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil Divided
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Omit if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Mexican oregano is preferable
For the Tacos
  • pounds Skirt Steak Alternatives: Flank or sirloin
  • 12 pieces Mini Flour Tortillas Substitute with corn tortillas for gluten-free
For the Toppings
  • ¾ cup Diced Red Onion White onion can also be used
  • ½ cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro Omit for allergy
  • 1 piece Lime Cut into wedges for serving

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Ziploc bag
  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the marinade ingredients and whisk until well blended.
  2. Place the skirt steak in a Ziploc bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining canola oil. Cook the marinated skirt steak for about 5-6 minutes.
  4. Transfer the cooked steak to a cutting board and let it rest. Warm the tortillas in the skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Slice the carne asada against the grain and layer it into each tortilla. Add toppings of diced red onion, cilantro, and lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are perfect for customization with your favorite toppings, ensuring a personalized culinary experience.

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