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Flavorful Carne Asada Street Tacos Recipe Easy Homemade Cilantro Lime Tacos

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Quick and easy carne asada street tacos with a simple garlic, cumin, and chili marinade, topped with fresh cilantro lime mixture and served on warm corn tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb skirt steak or flank steak (well-marbled cut)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup finely diced white onion
  • Salt, to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Optional: sliced radishes or avocado for garnish
  • Optional: pickled jalapeños or hot sauce

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
  2. Add skirt steak and turn to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. While the steak marinates, mix chopped cilantro, lime juice, diced onion, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
  4. Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until very hot, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off. Cook in hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for desired doneness.
  6. Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest for 5-7 minutes.
  7. Warm tortillas on the stove or in a dry pan for about 30 seconds per side until soft and pliable.
  8. Slice steak thinly against the grain. Divide meat evenly among tortillas.
  9. Top each taco with a spoonful of cilantro lime mixture and optional garnishes.
  10. Serve immediately with extra lime or hot sauce if desired.

Notes

Do not marinate steak longer than 2 hours to avoid over-tenderizing. Rest steak after cooking to keep juices locked in. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or grill for best texture. Slice steak against the grain for tenderness. Optional garnishes include radishes, avocado, pickled jalapeños, or hot sauce.

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Keywords: carne asada, street tacos, cilantro lime, easy tacos, skirt steak, flank steak, quick dinner, Mexican recipe

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