Carne Asada a classic Mexican dish that is now enjoyed around the world. Follow this king taco carne asada recipe for a simple yet delicious meal that can be enjoyed any time of day.
Combine the meat, mojo criollo, oil, lime juice, and seasonings in a bowl.
Place the meat in a ziplock bag and marinate for 6 hours in refrigerator.
Preheat a griddle over medium-high heat.
Cook the meat until it's nicely browned.
Serve with tortillas, onions, and cilantro.
Tips
If you’re craving carne asada chicken tacos, then you can substitute the flap meat with boneless chicken thigh meat.
Feel free to experiment with different toppings such as sliced avocado, shredded cheese, hot sauce to add your own spin to the recipe.
If you don’t have access to a griddle a regular cast iron skillet will do the job.
If you want to make the kind of tacos they serve at King Taco, heat your tortillas on a dry skillet over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds on each side. Make sure to add a spoonful of salsa over the meat toppings before folding the tortilla.
You can use leftover carne asada to make burritos as well.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
King Taco Carne Asada Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
205
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.