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Flavorful Grilled Carne Asada Street Tacos with Easy Pineapple Salsa

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These grilled carne asada street tacos feature tender, marinated steak paired with a bright and refreshing pineapple salsa, perfect for quick weeknight meals or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds flank steak or skirt steak
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, finely diced
  • ½ red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and diced (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
  • Small corn tortillas
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Optional: crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
  • Optional: sliced radishes or pickled onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by combining minced garlic, chopped jalapeño, fresh lime juice (½ cup), orange juice, olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Place the flank or skirt steak in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it’s fully coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally 2-3 hours.
  3. While the steak marinates, combine diced pineapple, red onion, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir gently and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Remove the steak from the marinade and shake off excess. Grill for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp around 130°F/54°C). Let the steak rest for 5 minutes after grilling.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 20-30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly charred. Keep them wrapped in a clean kitchen towel to stay warm.
  7. Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain. Fill each tortilla with steak slices, top with pineapple salsa, and add optional garnishes like cheese or radishes. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

Marinate steak for 2-3 hours for best flavor and tenderness. Pat steak dry before grilling to ensure good sear and grill marks. Let steak rest 5 minutes after grilling. Cut steak against the grain for tenderness. Prepare pineapple salsa ahead and keep chilled. Warm tortillas just before serving to keep them soft.

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Keywords: carne asada, street tacos, grilled steak, pineapple salsa, easy tacos, Mexican recipe, quick dinner, backyard BBQ

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