Description
If you want a hearty dinner, then you should try this Carne Asada Taco recipe. The meat has super-rich flavors, thanks to lemon juice and orange juice. You can also serve it with your favorite topping and sauce!
Ingredients
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1/2 c. olive oil
1/2 c. orange juice
1/4 c. lime juice
1 serrano chile (stem and seeds removed, finely chopped)
3 to 5 cloves garlic (chopped)
1 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. ancho chile powder
1 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 c. fresh cilantro (stems and leaves finely chopped)
1.5 lbs steak (flank, sirloin, or skirt)
10 tortillas (corn or flour)
***Fresh cilantro and assorted salsas
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, lemon and orange juices, chile, garlic, spices, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Mix well.
- Using a shallow dish, marinate the steak, pouring the marinade over it. Turn the meat until well-coated. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 to 3 hours.
- Remove the marinated steak from the fridge and let it cool to room temperature.
- Heat your grill (outdoor or a stovetop grill pan) to high heat.
- Remove steak from marinade and sear each side for about 4 minutes or until cooked to desired doneness.
- Remove from heat and place the meat on a cutting board. Let it rest for about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Slice the steak across the grain into thin slices. Wrap in warm tortillas, topped with your choice of salsa, and then sprinkle chopped onion and cilantro.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- When marinating the meat, you can also put it in a Ziploc bag and lay it flat to refrigerate.
- You can use a large cast-iron skillet as well to cook the steak.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 30 minutes