Carne Asada Street Tacos

Carne Asada Street Tacos

Find the best recipe for Carne Asada Street Tacos inspired by a famous San Francisco restaurant with a creative twist and easy-to-follow instructions.

Time: Prep Time: 20 minutes (including marinating time) - Cook Time: 10 minutes - Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Mexican, Fusion

Allergens

This recipe contains soy and may contain allergens from the ingredients used for marinade.

Ingredients

  • 1. 200g flank steak 2. 2 tablespoons olive oil 3. 4 small corn tortillas 4. ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced 5. Handful of fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 6. 1 lime, cut into wedges 7. Salt and pepper to taste 8. 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 9. 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce 10. 1 teaspoon soy sauce

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the marinade ingredients (olive oil, salt, pepper, and your secret spices) in a bowl. Rub onto the flank steak generously and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
  2. Preheat an outdoor grill or stovetop grill pan over medium high heat. Cook the marinated steak for about 4 minutes per side or until desired doneness is reached. Let it rest for a few minutes and then thinly slice against the grain.
  3. In a separate small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and soy sauce to create your secret Carne Asada sauce.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry pan or over the grill for about 10 seconds on each side until they become soft and pliable.
  5. Assemble the tacos by layering sliced steak, cilantro leaves, red onion slices, and a generous dollop of Carne Asada sauce on each tortilla. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to perfect Carne Asada Street Tacos is in the marinade - don't be afraid to play around with spices and let it sit for longer if you have time!

Notes

Don't forget to let the steak rest after grilling - this allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, keeping it tender and flavorful.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe pays homage to the famous La Taqueria in San Francisco, known for their flavorful street tacos and innovative menu.