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Best Mexican Street Tacos Three Ways

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A vibrant and easy homemade recipe featuring three authentic Mexican street taco styles: carne asada, al pastor, and grilled fish, perfect for quick weeknight meals or celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak (well-marbled)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp adobo sauce or chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice (60 ml)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lb white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12–16 small corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • Thinly sliced radishes
  • Lime wedges
  • Salsa verde or favorite hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Marinate the carne asada: Combine lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add flank steak, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. Prepare the al pastor marinade: Whisk adobo sauce, pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add thinly sliced pork shoulder, mix thoroughly, cover, and marinate for 1-2 hours in the fridge.
  3. Season the fish: Pat fish fillets dry, rub with olive oil, smoked paprika, ground coriander, lime zest, salt, and pepper. Set aside for 15 minutes.
  4. Cook the meats: Heat cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook carne asada 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness. Remove and rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  5. Cook al pastor pork in a single layer for 5-7 minutes until charred and cooked through, flipping halfway.
  6. Grill fish fillets 3-4 minutes per side until opaque and flaky.
  7. Warm tortillas on the hot pan about 30 seconds per side to soften and add char.
  8. Assemble tacos: Place sliced carne asada, al pastor, or grilled fish on tortillas. Top with onions, cilantro, radishes, a squeeze of lime, and salsa verde or hot sauce as desired.

Notes

Marinate meats for best flavor; do not overcrowd pan when cooking to ensure proper searing. Rest carne asada before slicing to keep juices locked in. Thinly slice pork for better marinade absorption. Warm tortillas just before serving and keep wrapped to stay soft.

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Keywords: Mexican street tacos, carne asada, al pastor, grilled fish tacos, easy tacos, homemade tacos, authentic Mexican, quick dinner

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