Street Tacos de Carne Asada

Here’s a bold, flavorful, and authentic recipe for Street Tacos de Carne Asada — just like you’d find at a Mexican street cart. Grilled beef, simple toppings, and warm corn tortillas make this a go-to favorite.

🌮 Street Tacos de Carne Asada (Mexican Grilled Beef Tacos)

Ingredients (Makes 8–10 tacos):

For the Carne Asada:

• 1½ lbs (680 g) flank or skirt steak

• 1/4 cup orange juice (fresh is best)

• 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

• Optional: 1 tbsp soy sauce or beer for extra umami

For Serving:

• 8–10 small corn tortillas, warmed

• 1/2 cup white onion, finely chopped

• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• Lime wedges

• Optional toppings: salsa verde, guacamole, radishes, jalapeños, cotija cheese

🔥 Instructions:

1. Marinate the Meat:

1. In a bowl or resealable bag, combine all marinade ingredients.

2. Add the steak and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for more flavor.

3. Remove from fridge 30 minutes before cooking to bring to room temp.

2. Grill the Steak:

• Heat a grill or cast iron pan over high heat.

• Cook steak for 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness.

• Let rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain, and chop into small bite-size pieces (traditional for street tacos).

3. Warm the Tortillas:

• Heat tortillas on a hot dry skillet or directly over a gas flame until soft and slightly charred (about 30 seconds per side).

4. Assemble Tacos:

• Place a few spoonfuls of carne asada in each tortilla.

• Top with chopped onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime.

• Add salsa, guac, or your favorite extras if desired.

🌶️ Pro Tips:

• Flank steak is lean and flavorful — just don’t overcook it.

• Use fresh lime and cilantro — they’re essential to street taco flavor.

• Always chop the meat small for easy eating, street-taco style.