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Carne Asada Tacos with Homemade Salsa

These marinated steak tacos are so good. They take a while to make but they are well worth it because of the amazing flavors they offer.
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Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
overnight marinating 12 hours
Course Main
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

FOR THE CARNE ASADA:

  • 3 pounds flank steak
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup white vinegar
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

FOR THE ONION RELISH:

  • 1 chopped white onion
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro

FOR THE SALSA:

  • 2 chopped tomatoes
  • 2 chopped jalapenos
  • 4 peeled garlic cloves
  • 1 quartered white onion
  • 4 dried red chilies
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • TOPPINGS:
  • 2 cups grated cotija cheese
  • 32- ounce package corn tortillas
  • 2 limes cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • Whisk the vinegar, oil, garlic, soy sauce, garlic, and lime juice, and then whisk in the salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin.
  • Put the steak in a dish and pour the marinade over it, turning it over to coat both sides.
  • Cover and marinate in the refrigerator overnight or for a minimum of 6 hours.
  • Combine the onion relish ingredients, and then cover and refrigerate.
  • Heat a skillet and toast the dried chilies in there for a few minutes before soaking them in water for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  • Roast the tomatoes, jalapenos, garlic, and onions on a baking sheet for 20 minutes.
  • Transfer the roasted veggies into a blender, add salt and black pepper, and blend until smooth.
  • Heat some oil in a skillet.
  • Cut the steak into strips and cook until done.
  • Warm the tortillas and then add the steak, relish and salsa on top, along with your chosen toppings.
  • Enjoy!
Keyword Carne Asada Tacos, Carne Asada Tacos with Homemade Salsa, Homemade Salsa, mexican
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