Carne Asada Tacos
This deliciously easy recipe for homemade Carne Asada Tacos requires just a short grocery list and only 30 minutes of marinating. It's one I make on repeat all summer long!
Servings: 6 to 8 Servings
Ingredients
Carne Asada:
- 4 tablespoons salted butter melted
- 1/4 cup tequila reposado
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 serrano chile stemmed and finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- 1 ½-pound flank, skirt or flap steak
- kosher salt
- corn tortillas
- salsa, avocado, and other toppings as desired
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the butter, tequila, lemon and lime juice, thyme, serrano, garlic, cilantro, and onion and mix well.
- Place steak in a large sealable bag and pour the marinade over steak. Zip up the bag and massage marinade around so that the steak is well covered. You can also use a shallow dish if you prefer. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to high. Remove the steak from the plastic bag and generously season with salt. Grill the steak for 5 to 7 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest 10 minutes, and then slice the steak against the grain into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Place desired amount of meat into a warm corn tortilla. Top with salsa, avocado, and other toppings as desired. Garnish with a wedge of lime, to be squeezed over taco before eating.
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Notes
- No tequila? Replace with beer. Or just omit.
- I like my carne asada medium-rare, but feel free to cook yours to your desired doneness.
- Feel free to chop and cook a bit longer in a skillet, if needed.
- Slice against the grain for tender meat.
- Don’t over-marinate – 30 minutes is all you need.
- Want crispier edges? Chop the steak and give it a quick sear in a hot skillet before serving for extra texture and flavor.
- Double up tortillas to prevent tearing.
- Store leftover carne asada in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. Assemble tacos fresh for best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 111mg | Potassium: 559mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 441IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg