**Carne asada soft tacos** are a classic Mexican street food dish that is simple to make and packed with flavor. Carne asada is a type of grilled beef that is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and then grilled or roasted until tender. It is then served on soft tortillas with a variety of toppings such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese.
This article provides three different recipes for carne asada soft tacos, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is for a traditional carne asada marinade made with citrus juices, garlic, cumin, and chili powder. The second recipe is for a more flavorful marinade made with adobo sauce, chipotle peppers, and tomatillos. The third recipe is for a spicy and smoky carne asada marinade made with guajillo and ancho chiles.
No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy these delicious and authentic carne asada soft tacos. So fire up your grill or oven and get cooking!
BEEF CARNE ASADA SOFT TACOS
Treat your family to restaurant-style steak tacos tonight!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In small bowl, stir Guacamole Seasoning (from dinner kit) into mashed avocado until well blended. Press plastic wrap onto surface of guacamole, and refrigerate. Stir again before serving.
- In medium bowl, stir Beef Seasoning (from dinner kit), water, lime juice and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Dip whole steak (unsliced) into seasoning mixture until well coated on all sides.
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Carefully add whole steak to hot oil. Cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Surface of steak will be charred in spots. Remove skillet from heat, and let steak rest in skillet 5 minutes to allow juices to settle.
- Transfer steak to cutting board, leaving juices in skillet. Cut across grain into thin strips. Return steak strips to skillet, and combine with steak juices. Cook steak strips over medium-high heat 1 to 2 minutes or until desired doneness.
- Remove Tortillas (from dinner kit) from bag. To heat in microwave, place stack of tortillas on microwavable plate. Cover with microwavable waxed paper. Microwave on High 45 to 60 seconds or until warm. (To heat in oven, wrap tortillas in foil; place on cookie sheet. Bake at 325°F about 10 minutes or until warm.)
- Spoon steak strips onto tortillas. Top with guacamole, desired toppings and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g
CALIFORNIA CARNE ASADA SOFT TACOS
Steps:
- In a large ziploc bag combine the meat, orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, 1/2 cup cilantro, paprika, worchester, salt, pepper, sugar, cumin and tabasco and let marinate in the fridgerator at least 24 hours. When ready to grill, heat up the grill to medium heat and remove meat from the marinade and discard bag with marinade. Place meat on the grill, and grill the meat for approximately 20 minutes, about 5 minutes on each side until medium well. Check to make sure that meat does not burn, as there is sugar and fruit juice in the recipe. When finished, take meat off the grill and chop into 2 inch chuncks or 1 inch strips. Serve with the tortillas (which can be warmed on the grilled), and use the sour cream, guacamole, tomato, cilatro, and red onion to garnish the tacos.
CARNE ASADA SOFT TACOS
Make and share this Carne Asada Soft Tacos recipe from Food.com.
Provided by skat5762
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Additional toppings to taste (I use jalapenos, pepperoncinis, tomato, spinach/lettuce).
- Preheat grill.
- Sprinkle lime juice over steak and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Grease rack with olive oil before placing steak on grill.
- Grill until desired doneness is reached.
- Transfer to a cutting board to rest.
- Thinly slice across the grain.
- Quickly warm tortillas on grill, about 5 seconds per side.
- Serve meat in tortillas with salsa, avocado, onion and cilantro.
- Note: these can easily be done on the stove top!
Tips:
- Choose high-quality flank steak for the best flavor and texture.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the steak against the grain for more tender results.
- Marinating the steak in a flavorful mixture of spices and citrus juices will enhance its taste.
- Cook the steak over high heat to create a nice char and seal in the juices.
- Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the tacos, such as ripe tomatoes, cilantro, and onions.
- Serve the tacos with a variety of toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.
Conclusion:
Creating delicious and authentic carne asada soft tacos at home is an enjoyable and rewarding experience. By following these recipes and tips, you can easily master the art of making this classic Mexican dish. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a tasty weeknight meal, these carne asada soft tacos are sure to be a hit. So fire up your grill or stovetop, gather your ingredients, and get ready to enjoy a mouthwatering taco feast!
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