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Carne Asada by Gabriel Barajas (aka Mr. TacosWay)

These carne asada tacos are a true showstopper. Tender, juicy beef is seasoned to perfection and paired with fresh toppings, making it a perfect choice for a festive taco night with friends and family.

Claire Nolan & Gabriel Barajas
Tasty Team
99% would make again
Total Time

40 minutes

40 min

Prep Time

30 minutes

30 min

Cook Time

10 minutes

10 min

Carne Asada by Gabriel Barajas (aka Mr. TacosWay)
Total Time

40 minutes

40 min

Prep Time

30 minutes

30 min

Cook Time

10 minutes

10 min

Ingredients

for 4 servings

  • 1 lb ball tip sirloin (455 g)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 16 corn tortillas
  • 1 ½ cups shredded monterey jack cheese (150 g)
  • ½ cup white onion (75 g), diced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro (20 g), chopped

Guacamole

  • 4 avocados
  • 3 serrano peppers
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ½ cup water (120 mL)

Red Sauce

  • 1 cup dried red chili (150 g)
  • 4 stewed tomatilloes, plus 2 cups (480 ml) stewing liquid
  • 1 stewed tomato, plus ½ cup (120 ml) stewing liquid
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ¼ cup salt (60 g)

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 1072
  • Fat 67g
  • Carbs 76g
  • Fiber 22g
  • Sugar 12g
  • Protein 47g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. To make the guacamole, add the avocados, serrano peppers, cilantro, garlic, salt, and a bit of water to a blender. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to thin it down. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  2. To make the red sauce, add the dried chilies, stewed tomatillos in 2 cups (480 ml) of their stewing liquid, stewed tomato in ½ cup (120 ml) of its stewing liquid, garlic, and bit of salt in a blender. Blend until everything is well incorporated, adding more salt to taste.
  3. Mix 1 teaspoon of salt into 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning and rub the seasoning onto both sides of the steak.
  4. Cut the steak into thin strips, then cut into small pieces.
  5. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a large griddle or cast iron pan over high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the steak and cook for 6-8 minutes or until the steak has browned on all sides. Move to the side of the griddle to keep warm.
  6. Reduce the heat to medium/medium-high and add a bit more oil to the griddle. Place the tortillas on the griddle and top with a generous amount of cheese. On half of the tortillas, add some of the cooked steak, diced onion, cilantro, red sauce, and guacamole.
  7. Place the other tortilla (cheese-side down) on top of the fillings. Serve.
  8. Enjoy!
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