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Beautifully plated carne asada tacos with charred beef, fresh cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges on rustic wooden serving board

Carne Asada Tacos

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs flank steak trimmed of excess fat
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice about 3-4 limes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped, plus extra for serving
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 corn tortillas warmed
  • 1 medium white onion finely diced
  • 2 limes (cut into wedges)

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, chopped cilantro, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  • Place flank steak in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over the meat. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours for best flavor.
  • Remove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  • Remove steak from marinade and discard excess marinade. Grill steak for 5-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
  • Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain at a slight diagonal.
  • Warm tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side until soft and pliable.
  • Serve sliced carne asada in warm tortillas topped with diced onion, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Storage tip: Cooked carne asada keeps in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of lime juice. For best results, slice the meat just before serving to maintain tenderness.
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