Carne Asada Tacos Recipe / Tacos de Carne Asada

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.

Season the skirt steak with black pepper, sea salt, and cumin, rubbing it around.

Cut the skirt steak into two pieces for easier handling.

Preheat the grill and place the steak on it, avoiding the plastic bag.

Toast the corn tortillas on the grill until they start to bubble and get color.

Toast flour tortillas on the grill using the same method as the corn tortillas.

Remove the tortillas from the grill when they are pliable but not stiff.

Check the steak for doneness, leaving it on the grill longer if someone prefers medium well.

Let the steak rest for a couple of minutes after grilling.

Slice the steak, ensuring a little pink remains in the center.

Divide the sliced steak into three piles for the tacos.

Layer two tortillas together for each taco.

Squeeze lime juice over the steak in the tacos.

Drizzle avocado salsa on each taco.

Add tomatillo sauce to each taco, being cautious as it has a strong flavor.

Top with raw onion and cilantro before serving.

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