Best 4 Carne Asada Cheese Tacos Recipes

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**Carne Asada Cheese Tacos: A Mexican Feast for Your Taste Buds**

Originating from the vibrant streets of Mexico, carne asada cheese tacos have captivated taste buds worldwide with their harmonious blend of smoky grilled steak, melted cheese, and an array of zesty toppings. Picture tender, flavorful carne asada, marinated in aromatic spices and grilled to perfection, nestled within warm, soft tortillas. The symphony of flavors continues with melted cheese, adding a gooey, indulgent touch. To complete this culinary masterpiece, a vibrant salsa Roja, composed of fresh tomatoes, onions, and chili peppers, brings a delightful kick, while guacamole, with its creamy avocado base, provides a cooling contrast. Cilantro and diced onions add a layer of freshness, elevating the overall experience.

Indulge in the authentic taste of Mexico with this comprehensive guide to carne asada cheese tacos. We'll take you through three delectable recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional carne asada cheese tacos, featuring perfectly seasoned steak and homemade salsa Roja, to the adventurous short rib tacos with roasted tomatillo salsa, and the vegetarian delight of portobello mushroom tacos with creamy avocado salsa, this article has something for every palate. So, grab your apron, fire up the grill, and let's embark on a culinary journey to savor the tantalizing flavors of carne asada cheese tacos.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CARNE ASADA TACOS



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 24

1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup medium red onion 1/4 inch diced
2 tablespoons basil leaves, roughly chopped
1/4 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed)
2 tablespoons lime juice (fresh squeezed)
2 nopales (cactus) leaves
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
5 green onions, diced
1 16oz jar HERDEZ® Salsa Casera
1 16oz jar HERDEZ® Salsa Verde
1/2 bunch of cilantro, roughly chopped
1/2 lb carne asada, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
5 corn tortillas
Guacamole:
1 avocado, mashed
1/2 tomato small diced
1/2 jar HERDEZ® Salsa Verde
Juice from 1/2 lime
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Add uncooked carne asada to large bowl
  • 2. Add garlic, salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice, orange juice, basil leaves, honey, olive oil, 1/2 cup red onion to meat
  • 3. Mix together completely and marinate 5 minutes
  • 4. Add marinated meat to grill on medium to high heat
  • 5. Brush the marinade over meat and cook until well done
  • 6. Grill cactus on both sides medium heat, 5 minutes on each side
  • 7. Remove meat and cactus from grill and sliced in very thin pieces
  • 8. Warm tortillas on grill
  • 9. Place warmed tortilla on plate
  • 10. Add carne asada to center of tortilla
  • 11. Add to the center, remaining red onion, cactus, cilantro, remaining 1 tablespoon of lime juice, and salsa
  • 12. Serve
  • Guacamole:
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl, mix well and serve.

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A celebrated Mexican street food, these steaks tacos are great to enjoy at home, but also perfect for tailgates and cookouts. Bring the bagged and marinating steak with you if you know there's a grill available (or grill ahead of time and wait to slice at your destination). And don't skip on doubling up on the tortillas -- these tacos are juicy so the extra tortilla ensures no tearing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h

Yield 6 to 12 servings (make 12 tacos)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seed
4 serrano chilies, halved (seeds removed for less heat)
2 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing the grill and scallions
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
Juice of 4 limes (about 1/3 cup), plus lime wedges, for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds skirt steak (halved, if needed, to fit on the grill)
2 bunches scallions
24 white corn tortillas
Guacamole, for serving
Pico de gallo, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cumin seed and cook, stirring occasionally, until toasted, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl. Add the chilies and garlic to the skillet. Cook over medium high heat, turning occasionally, until both are soft and blotchy black in spots, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and cool. Add the chilies, garlic, toasted cumin seeds, oil, brown sugar and lime juice, 1 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper to a blender and process until very smooth. Transfer the marinade to a large re-sealable plastic bag and add the steak. Shake well to coat, refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours.
  • Prepare a grill for high heat.
  • Remove the steaks from the marinade and shake off any excess. Brush the grill grates lightly with oil, lay the steak on the grill and cook until very well charred and grill marks appear, about 5 minutes. Turn the steaks and continue to cook until nicely charred, about 1 to 3 minutes more depending on thickness. Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes. While the steak rests, brush the scallions lightly with oil and grill, turning once until wilted and charred, about 2 minutes. Coarsely chop.
  • Warm the tortillas on the grill grates. Thinly slice the steak against the grain on a bias. Double the tortillas then top with the steak, grilled scallions, guacamole and pico de gallo. Serve with lime wedges.

CARNE ASADA TACOS



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Easy and flavorful. You will love these tacos! You can use top sirloin, New York, filet mignon or similar cuts of beef.

Provided by DIALIEN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ½ pounds boneless beef top sirloin, cut into thin bite-size slices
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
crushed red pepper to taste
1 lime
1 (28 ounce) can tomatillos
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded
4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 (10.5 ounce) can beef broth
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
½ large onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and sliced
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lemon

Steps:

  • Place sliced meat into a shallow bowl, and season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper. Squeeze the lime juice over the meat, and turn until evenly coated. Cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine tomatillo and jalapeno. Puree for 15 to 20 seconds, or until thick. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Carefully pour in tomatillo mixture. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Stir in beef broth. Reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until mixture coats a spoon. Transfer mixture to a serving dish.
  • Heat tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high heat. Stir in 1/3 of the beef, and saute for 1 minute. Transfer to serving dish. Repeat with remaining beef. Meanwhile, heat tortillas in the oven or microwave, according to package instructions.
  • To serve, place two tortillas on top of each other. Add desired amount of meat, spoon over some tomatillo mixture. Top with onions, tomatoes, avocado and cilantro. Garnish with a wedge of lemon, to be squeezed over taco before eating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 12.9 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 873 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

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This is a great recipe for authentic Mexican taqueria style carne asada tacos (beef tacos). These are served on the soft corn tortillas, unlike the American version of tacos.

Provided by katamaran

Categories     Meat

Time 2h30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 27

3 lbs flank steaks
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 limes, juiced
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 white onion, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced
2 large tomatoes, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
1 white onion, quartered
4 garlic cloves, peeled
4 dried red chile pods
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 (32 ounce) package corn tortillas
2 cups Cotija cheese, grated
2 limes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Lay the flank steak in a large glass baking dish. In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, 4 cloves of garlic, juice of two limes, and olive oil. Season with salt, black pepper, white pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, oregano, cumin and paprika. Whisk until well blended, then pour over the steak in the dish. Turn over once to coat both sides. Cover with plastic wrap, and marinate in refrigerator overnight.
  • In a small bowl, stir together 1 chopped white onion, cilantro, and the juice of 1 lime. Set aside to use as a relish for the tacos.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Toast chile pods in the skillet for a few minutes, then remove to a bowl of water to soak for about 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Place the tomatoes, 1 onion, jalapenos, and 4 cloves of garlic onto a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, until toasted but not burnt. Place the roasted vegetables, and soaked chile pods into a blender or food processor, along with salt and pepper. Puree until smooth.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cut the marinated flank steak into cubes or strips. Cook, stirring constantly, until the meat is cooked through and most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Warm the tortillas in a skillet for about a minute on each side to make them pliable. Tortillas may also be warmed in a microwave oven. Arrange two or three tortillas on a plate, and lay a generous amount of beef over them. Top with a sprinkle of the onion relish and a large spoonful of the pureed salsa. Add as much cheese as you like. Garnish with lime wedges, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 75.3, Sodium 918.4, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 26.1

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Flank steak or skirt steak are the traditional cuts used for carne asada, as they are flavorful and relatively inexpensive. However, other cuts such as hanger steak or top sirloin can also be used.
  • Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef helps to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. A simple marinade made with olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, and chili powder is a good starting point.
  • Cook the beef over high heat: Carne asada is traditionally cooked over high heat, either on a grill or in a hot skillet. This helps to create a nice char on the outside of the beef while keeping the inside juicy and tender.
  • Slice the beef against the grain: Once the beef is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain. This will help to make the beef more tender and easier to chew.
  • Use fresh tortillas: Fresh tortillas are essential for the best carne asada tacos. You can either make your own tortillas or purchase them from a local Mexican grocery store.
  • Load up on your favorite toppings: Carne asada tacos can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as shredded cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, and salsa. Feel free to experiment and find your favorite combination.

Conclusion:

Carne asada cheese tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish. By following the tips above, you can make sure that your carne asada tacos are flavorful, juicy, and tender. So next time you're craving a tasty taco, give this recipe a try!

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