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Mexican Street Tacos

Savory Mexican Street Tacos: A Homemade Fiesta!

Enjoy authentic Mexican Street Tacos with juicy carne asada, fresh toppings, and vibrant flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice Use fresh juice for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil Divided; olive oil can be substituted
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic preferred
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder Use chipotle for smokier flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Swap with coriander for a twist
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can also be used
For the Tacos
  • 1.5 pounds Skirt Steak Cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 12 pieces Mini Flour Tortillas Warmed; corn tortillas for a gluten-free option
  • 3/4 cup Diced Red Onion Yellow onion is a suitable alternative
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro Leaves Parsley can be used as a milder substitute
  • 1 piece Lime Cut into wedges for serving

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Ziploc Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together reduced sodium soy sauce, lime juice, canola oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and oregano to create a fragrant marinade.
  2. Place the skirt steak into a Ziploc bag, pour the marinade over it, seal or cover, and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours, turning occasionally.
  3. Heat remaining canola oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until oil shimmers.
  4. Add the marinated steak to the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned.
  5. Remove the steak from heat, let it rest, warm the tortillas, then slice the steak and fill each tortilla with the carne asada, onion, cilantro, and lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use a cast iron skillet for optimal searing and flavor. Let the steak rest after cooking for the best taste. Double tortillas for sturdiness with juicy fillings.

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