Carne Asada Street Tacos

These carne asada street tacos are easy to make and are made with marinated flank steak that is pan-seared, cut into bite size pieces and served in corn tortillas with chopped onions and fresh cilantro.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 pounds flank steak
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/3 cup cilantro, (chopped)
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 24 corn tortillas (street taco size)
• 1 medium white onion, (diced)
• 1 cup chopped cilantro
• 4 limes, (cut into wedges)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- For the Marinade ---
2. 2In a large gallon size baggie, add seasonings for the marinade, along with cilantro, lime juice, orange juice, and vegetable oil. Seal and shake to combine.
3. 3Place flank steak into bag, seal, shake to coat, and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 6+ hours or overnight.
4. 4--- Grill or Pan Sear ---
5. 5After the steak has marinated, remove from the bag and place on the hot grill. Barbecue for 7-10 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is obtained.
6. 6If pan-searing, heat a tablespoon of canola oil in a cast-iron pan, over high heat.
7. 7Place marinated flank steak into the hot pan and let sear for 2-3 minutes on each side.
8. 8If more time is needed, turn heat to low and continue cooking until desired doneness is obtained.
9. 9Place flank steak on a cutting board and allow to rest at least 5 -10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
10. 10Chop strips of steak into small pieces.
11. 11--- Assembling the Street Tacos ---
12. 12Heat corn tortillas either over an open flame, turning over with tongs until soft, or in a pan over medium high heat until cooked to your liking.
13. 13Add meat, diced onions, and cilantro to each tortilla, drizzle with fresh lime juice, and enjoy.