For best results, marinate the steak overnight for maximum flavor. Use a very hot grill to achieve a nice sear on the steak. Warm tortillas are key! Don't skip the step of wrapping them in foil and a towel to keep them pliable. Feel free to add other toppings like salsa, guacamole, or a squeeze of lime.
Authentic Baja-Mexican Street Tacos (Carne Asada)
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS27
Transport yourself to the sun-kissed beaches of Baja California with these authentic street tacos. Tender, flavorful skirt steak marinated in a citrusy blend, nestled in warm corn tortillas, and topped with fresh onion and cilantro. A taste of Mexico without the border crossing!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate17 g
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Cholesterol19 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium179 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepCombine orange juice, 2 tablespoons cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and cayenne in a large freezer bag. Submerge skirt steaks in the marinade. Seal the bag, squeezing out as much air as possible. Refrigerate, 1 to 8 hours (Prep time: 5 minutes, Marinating: 1-8 hours).
02
StepPreheat a grill to medium-high. Grill the steaks until hot and firm in the center or to your preferred doneness, 6 to 8 minutes per side (Prep time: 2 minutes, Cook time: 12-16 minutes). Transfer steaks to a flat work surface and slice as thinly as possible against the grain.
03
StepHeat corn tortillas on the grill or in a microwave. Keep tortillas warm in a folded sheet of aluminum foil covered by a thick towel (Prep time: 3 minutes, Cook time: 1-2 minutes).
04
StepAdd steak to each tortilla and top with white onion and cilantro (Prep time: 2 minutes).
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Kailee Hegmann
Jun 8, 2025I've made these tacos several times now, and they're always a hit!
Constantin Gleichner
May 23, 2025So easy to make and taste just like the tacos I had in Mexico!
Earlene Hills
May 16, 2025I added a little bit of jalapeño to the marinade for an extra kick.
Noble Gislason
Mar 10, 2025This recipe is amazing! The marinade makes the steak so tender and flavorful.