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Easy Carne Asada Tacos for Any Occasion

Easy Carne Asada Tacos for Any Occasion

Juicy, citrus-marinated skirt steak grilled to perfection and tucked into warm corn tortillas with fresh onion, cilantro, avocado, and a sprinkle of cotija. Weeknight-easy, party-perfect.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb skirt steak trimmed
  • 0.5 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce low sodium
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 3 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped for marinade
  • 2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1.5 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1 whole jalapeño, minced seeded for less heat
  • 8 whole corn tortillas warmed
  • 0.5 cup white onion, finely diced
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped for serving
  • 1 whole avocado, sliced ripe
  • 0.25 cup cotija cheese, crumbled optional
  • 4 wedge lime for serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Whisk orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, cilantro (for marinade), cumin, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and minced jalapeño in a large bowl.
  • Add skirt steak and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat a grill or cast-iron skillet over high heat. Lightly oil the grates or pan.
  • Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off, and pat dry. Grill over high heat for 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare (130 to 135°F).
  • Rest steak on a board for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  • Warm tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet until pliable. Keep warm in a clean towel.
  • Assemble tacos: layer sliced carne asada into tortillas and top with onion, cilantro, avocado, and cotija. Squeeze lime over the top and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra char, finish steak directly over high heat for the final minute per side. Swap skirt steak for flank if needed. Adjust heat by keeping or removing jalapeño seeds.