Taco De Carne Asada Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meat
Taco Assembly
Method
Marinating the Steak
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- 2
Marinate the Steak
Place the flank steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for best flavor.
Cooking the Steak
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to high heat.
- 4
Grill the Steak
Remove the steak from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Grill the steak for about 6-8 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer for precision; medium-rare should be about 130°F (54°C).
- 5
- 6
Slice the Steak
Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.
Assembling the Tacos
- 7
- 8
Build the Tacos
On each tortilla, add a few slices of the grilled carne asada, then top with chopped onion, cilantro, diced tomatoes, and avocado slices.
- 9
Serve
Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra zest.