Mexican Carne Asada Tacos with Salsa Verde

Name: Mexican Carne Asada Tacos with Salsa Verde
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 pound flank steak (trimmed); 8 corn tortillas; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 lime (juiced); 5 tomatillos (husked and rinsed); 1 jalapeño (seeded and chopped); 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 1 small onion (chopped); 1 lime (juiced); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

StandardMexicanDinnerQuickFamily-FriendlyComfort Food

⏱️ 30m PREP

🔥 15m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 450 CAL/SERV

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Overview

Juicy, flavorful grilled steak tacos topped with a refreshing homemade salsa verde, perfect for a taste of authentic Mexican cuisine.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

28.0g 33%

Fat

18.0g 21%

Carbs

38.0g 45%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

☀️ Vitamin A

10% DV

Supports vision and immune health

🔺 Calcium

8% DV

Vital for bone health

🌾 Fiber

Promotes digestive health

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 pound flank steak trimmed
8 corn tortillas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lime juiced

Salsa Verde Ingredients

5 tomatillos husked and rinsed
1 jalapeño seeded and chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
1 small onion chopped
1 lime juiced
1/2 teaspoon salt

Toppings

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

1 In a small bowl, mix olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice to create a marinade.
2 Place the flank steak in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring the steak is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3 To prepare the salsa verde, combine the tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, onion, lime juice, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.
4 Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is reached.
5 Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
6 Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side until pliable.
7 Assemble the tacos by placing slices of carne asada on each tortilla. Top with salsa verde, chopped onion, and cilantro.
8 Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.