EASY carne asada at home that rivals your favorite restaurant!! Tender juicy beef that's seasoned to perfection and topped with pico de gallo and salsa make these carne asada tacos INCREDIBLE!!
¼ to ⅓cuplime juiceor as necessary for consistency
saltif desired
sugarif desired
Optional Toppings
Ortega® Mild Taco SauceOrtega® Flavor Craver Chipotle Taco Sauce, or Ortega® Flavor Craver Taco Ranch Taco Sauce may be substituted or used in addition to the blender salsa
pico de gallo
avocado
lime wedges
Instructions
Marinade and Tacos:
To a large zip top plastic bag, add the steak, taco seasoning, lime juice, olive oil, seal bag, squish contents around, and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to 8 hours.
Preheat outdoor grill to medium high (alternatively, use an indoor grill pan or cast iron skillet to cook the steak), add the steak, and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until as done as desired.
Allow meat to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Divide beef among tortillas as desired.
Salsa:
To the canister of a blender, add the cilantro, jalapeños, olive oil, enough lime juice to get the blender going, and process on high speed until smooth.
Taste the salsa and if desired, add a pinch of salt and/or sugar until desired flavor balance is achieved.
Add as much blender salsa, Ortega prepared salsa(s), pico de gallo, and optional serving items to the tacos as desired and serve immediately.