Authentic Carne Asada + Street Tacos
Total Time
6 hrs 25 mins
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(130)
Ingredients
8 servings
- 2 lb Flank Steak
- 1/4 cup lime juice (from 2-3 limes)
- 1/4 cup orange juice (no pulp)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (regular, not low-sodium)*
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped cilantro, plus more to serve
- 7 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
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Preparation
Step 1
In a large shallow bowl or casserole dish, combine the marinade ingredients: lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce, olive oil, chopped cilantro, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Place Flank Steak into the marinade and turn several times to coat.
Step 2
Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours and preferably overnight. Turn the steak once while marinating.
Step 3
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place marinated steak onto the hot grill and cook 3-5 minutes per side, flipping once or until the steak has reached the desired doneness (145˚F for medium-rare and 160˚F for medium doneness).
Step 4
Remove from the grill, tent with foil, and rest 5-10 minutes then thinly slice against the grain.
Step 5
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Chef's notes
*Use tamari soy sauce for gluten-free.
Marinate at least 6 hours but we highly recommend marinating overnight for the best flavor.
Classic street tacos contain Carne Asada, cilantro, white onion, and hot sauce. If you want to spruce up your taco bar, you can also add some crumbled cotija cheese, Pico De Gallo or Chimichurri Sauce to top these off.
