Taqueria Style Tacos-Carne Asada

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
34%
Taqueria Style Tacos-Carne Asada
115 min.
10
298kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Taqueria Style Tacos with this mouthwatering Carne Asada recipe! Perfectly suited for those seeking gluten-free and dairy-free options, these tacos are a delightful addition to any lunch or dinner table. With a preparation time of just 115 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch that serves 10 people, making it ideal for gatherings or family meals.

The star of this dish is the marinated flank steak, which is infused with a tantalizing blend of spices and fresh ingredients. The marinade, featuring zesty lime juice, aromatic garlic, and a medley of spices, ensures that each bite is bursting with flavor. After marinating, the steak is cooked to perfection, creating a tender and juicy filling that pairs beautifully with warm corn tortillas.

To elevate your taco experience, we include a refreshing onion and cilantro relish, along with a rich, smoky salsa made from roasted tomatoes and chilies. These toppings add layers of texture and taste, making each taco a fiesta of flavors. Whether you're hosting a taco night or simply craving a delicious meal, these Taqueria Style Tacos are sure to impress and satisfy. Get ready to savor the authentic taste of Mexico right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 10  corn tortillas 
  •  chilies dried
  • lbs flank steak 
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  garlic clove peeled
  • teaspoon garlic powder 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoon pepper black
  •  jalapeno chopped
  •  juice of lime 
  •  juice of lime 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • teaspoon paprika 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • pinch salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.5 cup soya sauce 
  • large tomatoes chopped
  •  onion white chopped
  •  onion white quartered
  • teaspoon pepper white
  • 0.3 cup vinegar white

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • microwave
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 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 for 1 to 8 hours.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.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Toast chilie 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.
  4. Place the tomatoes, 1 onion, jalapeos, and 4 cloves of garlic onto a baking sheet.Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, until toasted but not burnt.
  5. Place the roasted vegetables, and soaked chilie pods into a blender or food processor, along with salt and pepper. Puree until smooth.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. 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 Top with a sprinkle of the onion relish and a large spoonful of the pureed salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories298kcal
Protein44.51%
Fat30.39%
Carbs25.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.35
Glycemic Load
6.24
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.710434602654%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.2mg
Hesperetin
0.81mg
Naringenin
0.28mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
1.1mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
5.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:298.01kcal
14.9%
Fat:9.98g
15.35%
Saturated Fat:3.29g
20.54%
Carbohydrates:18.54g
6.18%
Net Carbohydrates:15.38g
5.59%
Sugar:2.76g
3.06%
Cholesterol:81.65mg
27.22%
Sodium:976.39mg
42.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.88g
65.76%
Selenium:42.51µg
60.73%
Vitamin B6:1.02mg
51.19%
Vitamin B3:9.72mg
48.61%
Phosphorus:397.85mg
39.78%
Zinc:5.79mg
38.63%
Vitamin B12:1.24µg
20.64%
Potassium:711.55mg
20.33%
Iron:3.28mg
18.24%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.13%
Vitamin C:13.73mg
16.64%
Magnesium:64.4mg
16.1%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.98%
Fiber:3.16g
12.65%
Vitamin A:610.88IU
12.22%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.07%
Vitamin K:11.16µg
10.63%
Copper:0.21mg
10.57%
Vitamin B5:1.04mg
10.43%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.73%
Folate:33.89µg
8.47%
Calcium:75.73mg
7.57%
Source:Food.com