Carne Asada Tacos

Carne Asada Tacos

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Mexican · 45 min · dairy-free, high-protein

470 cal 34g protein 34g carbs 22g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 3/4 lb skirt steak
  • 1 orange
  • 2 lime
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 white onion
  • 6 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Whisk orange juice, juice of 2 limes, minced garlic, cumin, oil, and salt into a marinade.
  2. Marinate the skirt steak for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Heat a grill or cast-iron pan until very hot.
  4. Sear the steak for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium, then rest 5 minutes.
  5. Slice thinly against the grain and chop into bite-size pieces.
  6. Warm the tortillas and fill with steak, finely diced onion, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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