Description
Carne Asada Street Tacos are a mouthwatering delight that combines the rich flavors of marinated beef with fresh toppings, creating a culinary experience that is both satisfying and quick to prepare. These tacos are perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gatherings, offering versatility and customization for all tastes. With just 25 minutes from preparation to serving, you can indulge in tender steak, zesty lime, and vibrant cilantro wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Whether enjoyed as a family meal or at a festive gathering, these flavorful tacos are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs flank steak (or skirt steak)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 fresh limes
- 1 bundle of cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 16 mini corn tortillas
- 1/2 stick butter
Instructions
- Thinly slice the flank steak into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak and brown.
- Once the steak begins to brown, add half of the chopped onion. Cook until softened; season with salt and pepper.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and cook until the meat is fully cooked.
- In another skillet, melt butter and fry each tortilla for about 1 minute until soft.
- For each taco, stack two tortillas, add carne asada mixture, top with cilantro and remaining onions, and serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg