Carne Asada Tacos

Carne Asada steak tacos are loaded with juicy grilled steak packed into warm tortillas and topped with tangy fresh tomato salsa and topped with a light drizzle of sour cream and lime. These delicious tacos are bursting with flavor and texture and are made in under 30 minutes with just a few fresh ingredients.

📝 Ingredients

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (minced (leaves and stems))
• 2 tablespoons oil of choice
• Juice of 1 lime (or 2 tablespoons)
• 1 teaspoon EACH chili powder, cumin, coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon EACH salt & pepper
• 1 pounds flank or skirt steak
• 8 small corn or flour tortillas
• pico de gallo
• Lime wedges, sour cream, and cilantro to serve (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Whisk to combine all the ingredients for the marinade in a large bowl. Add the steak to the marinade and marinate for 30 minutes or overnight.
2. 2Heat a heavy-duty pan or grill on medium-high heat for at least 2-3 minutes. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill 5-6 minutes per side depending on the thickness of the steak.
3. 3Remove from heat and rest for 5-8 minutes before slicing. Slice into thin 1/4” slices or into tiny bite-size pieces.
4. 4While the steak is cooking, warm tortillas on the stovetop over an open flame or in a frypan until the edges are charred.
5. 5Divide steak onto warm tortillas and top with pico de gallo. Serve with lime wedges and your favorite salsa or a light drizzle of sour cream if desired.