Street Food Classic: Copycat Crispy Carne Asada Tacos
Discover the perfect Copycat Crispy Carne Asada Tacos recipe inspired by a famous street-food classic. Bring authentic Mexican flavors and grilled goodness to your kitchen with this easy-to-follow recipe.
Allergens
Dairy, Soy, Wheat
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef flank steak 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon black pepper 8 small corn tortillas 1 avocado, sliced 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion 1/2 cup pico de gallo 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Combine beef flank steak, vegetable oil, lime juice, soy sauce, cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, and black pepper in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Mix well to coat the meat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 4 hours.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the excess marinade. Grill the steak to desired doneness, approximately 4 5 minutes per side for medium rare. Allow the steak to rest for 5 minutes before thinly slicing it against the grain.
- Heat corn tortillas on a grill or in a dry pan for about 20 seconds on each side until slightly charred and pliable.
- Assemble tacos by layering sliced steak, avocado, queso fresco, red onion, pico de gallo, and a dollop of sour cream on each tortilla. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Chef’s Insight
The secret to crispy carne asada is allowing the steak to rest after grilling, which helps to retain its juiciness while ensuring a perfect sear.
Notes
These tacos are perfect for a crowd-pleasing lunch or dinner party. Customize the toppings to suit individual preferences.