Street Tacos de Carne Asada

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Street Tacos de Carne Asada, just like you’d find from a good taco truck:

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🌮 Street Tacos de Carne Asada

Ingredients

For the Carne Asada:

• 1½ lbs skirt steak or flank steak

• ¼ cup orange juice

• ¼ cup lime juice (about 2 limes)

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 jalapeño, chopped (optional for heat)

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp chili powder

• Salt & pepper to taste

• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the Tacos:

• Corn tortillas (street taco size)

• Diced white onion

• Chopped cilantro

• Lime wedges

• Salsa (optional)

• Radishes, sliced (optional garnish)

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🔥 Instructions

1. Marinate the Steak

• Combine all marinade ingredients in a large zip-top bag or bowl.

• Add steak and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (up to 8 hours for best flavor).

2. Grill or Sear the Steak

• Heat a grill or skillet over high heat.

• Remove steak from marinade and pat dry.

• Cook steak for about 3–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness.

• Let rest 5 minutes, then chop into small bite-sized pieces.

3. Warm the Tortillas

• Heat corn tortillas on a hot skillet or over open flame until soft and slightly charred.

4. Assemble the Tacos

• Add chopped carne asada to each tortilla.

• Top with diced onion and chopped cilantro.

• Serve with lime wedges, your favorite salsa, and sliced radishes if desired.