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Carne Asada Tacos

Cultural Context

Carne Asada Tacos are a beloved street food in Mexico, showcasing the rich flavors of grilled beef and fresh toppings. The dish reflects the country's culinary heritage, where grilling meat is a traditional cooking method. Tacos are versatile and can be found in various forms across Mexico, with carne asada being a popular choice for gatherings and celebrations.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs flank steak
2 tablespoons butter
8 corn tortillas
2 white flour tortillas
1 medium onion
2 jalapenos
1 cup cilantro
2 limes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

flank steak

🥗Healthier: sirloin steak

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Sirloin is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole grain offers more fiber, while flour tortillas are often cheaper.

1

Cut the smoked flank steak into small cubes, removing any unwanted fat.

2

Preheat the grill to above 400°F for about 30 minutes.

3

Place a cast iron skillet on the grill and add butter to it.

4

Once the butter is melted, add the cubed steak to the skillet.

5

Cook the steak for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the desired texture.

6

Remove the carne asada from the skillet once cooked.

7

Warm the corn and white flour tortillas on the grill.

8

Assemble the tacos with carne asada, diced onion, jalapenos, chopped cilantro, and lime juice.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingslicingassembling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlknifecutting boardskillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Tacos de Carne Asada
Local Name: tacos de carne asada

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