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Mexican Street Tacos

Savor Authentic Mexican Street Tacos in Under an Hour

Experience the bold flavors of Mexican Street Tacos made with tender carne asada, fresh toppings, and zesty lime.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • ½ cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 2 juices Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice Use fresh limes for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil Divided for marinating and cooking.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Increase for a spicier kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
Tacos
  • pounds Skirt Steak Can substitute with flank steak or sirloin.
  • 12 mini Flour Tortillas Warmed; consider using corn for authenticity.
Toppings
  • ¾ cup Diced Red Onion Substitute with white onion if desired.
  • ½ cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro Leaves Optional.
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Ziploc bag
  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, lime juice, canola oil, minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Whisk thoroughly until blended.
  2. Place skirt steak into a Ziploc bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag, ensuring to remove excess air, then massage the marinade into the meat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  3. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add canola oil. Once shimmering, add the marinated steak.
  4. Cook the steak for about 5-6 minutes, flipping occasionally until it reaches desired doneness.
  5. Remove from heat and let the steak rest for about 5 minutes, then slice against the grain into thin strips.
  6. Warm mini flour tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or microwave for 20-30 seconds.
  7. Assemble the tacos by placing slices of steak in each tortilla and topping with diced red onion and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the steak for longer if possible. Use double tortillas for authenticity.

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