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Flavorful Carne Asada Street Tacos Recipe Easy Fresh Lime Twist

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These flavorful carne asada street tacos combine tender, juicy flank steak with a bright fresh lime marinade, delivering an authentic street food vibe that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds flank steak
  • 2–3 fresh limes (juice and zest)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8–12 small corn tortillas
  • A small handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ½ cup diced white onion
  • Optional: sliced radishes, avocado slices, or your favorite salsa

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, combine the juice and zest of 2 limes, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed (about 5 minutes).
  2. Marinate the flank steak: Place the flank steak in the bowl with the marinade, turning to coat thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot (5-7 minutes).
  4. Cook the steak: Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place on hot grill or pan and cook 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, developing a good char.
  5. Rest the meat: Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest for at least 5 minutes.
  6. Slice the carne asada thinly against the grain into about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick slices.
  7. Warm the tortillas on a dry skillet or grill for 30-60 seconds per side until soft and slightly charred. Keep wrapped in a clean cloth to stay warm.
  8. Assemble the tacos: Place slices of carne asada on each tortilla, top with diced onion and chopped cilantro, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
  9. Optional garnishes: Add sliced radishes, avocado, or salsa as desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate the steak for 1-2 hours for best flavor and tenderness. Rest the meat after cooking to keep it juicy. Slice thinly against the grain to avoid toughness. Warm tortillas just before serving and keep them wrapped to stay soft. Optional: finish steak with a quick sear on a super-hot pan for extra char flavor.

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Keywords: carne asada, street tacos, flank steak, lime, easy tacos, Mexican recipe, grilled steak, quick dinner

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