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Carne Asada Tacos

Perfectly marinated steaks for these classic Mexican Tacos
Author Tracy

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds flank or skirt steak trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 recipe Mojo recipe follows
  • Olive oil for coating the grill
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 16 7-inch corn tortillas
  • Shredded Jack cheese for serving
  • Pico de Gallo for serving
  • Guacamole for serving
  • For Mojo
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 jalapeno minced
  • 1 large handful fresh cilantro leaves finely chopped
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1 orange juiced
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions

  • Chop the garlic, jalapeno, and cilantro. Mix in a large bowl and add salt and pepper and mix. Add the lime juice, orange juice, vinegar, and oil. Mix well to combine and pour over steaks in a baking dish. Marinate for at least an hour but no longer than 8.
  • Heat outdoor grill and brush the grates with a little oil to prevent the meat from sticking. Pull the steak out of the mojo marinade and grill the steak for 7 to 10 minutes per side, turning once, until medium-rare / medium. Remove the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to settle. Thinly slice the steak across the grain on a diagonal.
  • Warm the tortillas for 30 seconds on each side in a dry skillet or on the grill, until toasty and pliable.
  • To make the tacos, spoon a little bit of sour cream along the bottom of tortilla, lay about 4 ounces of sliced beef, top beef with a spoonful of the pico de gallo salsa, add shredded cheese, and guacamole. Top with tapatio if desired.