Tacos de Carne Asada (for 8 people)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 1/2 pounds flank steak or skirt steak
• 1/2 cup lime juice
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup minced garlic
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 corn tortillas
• Garnish: chopped onion, cilantro, salsa, guacamole (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-15 minutes per side

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, orange juice, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk to blend.
2. Add the steak to the marinade and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
3. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.
4. Grill or pan-sear the steak over high heat for 10-15 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
5. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
6. Warm the tortillas on a griddle or in the microwave.
7. Fill each tortilla with sliced steak and desired toppings.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 taco):

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Juicy and flavorful steak
• Tender corn tortillas
• Customizable with desired toppings
• Easily adaptable to various diets (e.g., gluten-free)

User Comments:

• "The marinade makes the steak incredibly tender and the flavors are amazing!"
• "These tacos are a perfect way to enjoy a summer barbecue."
• "I love that I can customize each taco to my liking."
• "The tortillas were the perfect combination of crispy and chewy."
• "Would definitely recommend for a crowd-pleasing dish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality steak for the best results.
• If you don't have time to marinate the steak overnight, marinate it for at least 2 hours.
• Don't overcook the steak or it will become tough.
• If you don't have a griddle, you can sear the steak in a cast-iron skillet or on a grill pan.