Carne Asada Tacos With Mango Salsa Recipe

Name: Carne Asada Tacos With Mango Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chipotle chile in adobo; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 lb flank steaks or 1 lb skirt steak, fat trimmed; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; MANGO SALSA; 1 large mango, diced (about 1 cup); 1/4 cup red onion, minced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and minced; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS; 6 (6 inch) flour tortillas (or whole wheat tortillas or corn tortillas); sliced avocado (optional); colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded (optional)

Servings: persons

1 chipotle chile in adobo
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 lb flank steaks or 1 lb skirt steak, fat trimmed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
MANGO SALSA
1 large mango, diced (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup red onion, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS
6 (6 inch) flour tortillas (or whole wheat tortillas or corn tortillas)
sliced avocado (optional)
colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded (optional)

1
Carne Asada:
2
In a blender, combine chipotle pepper, garlic, orange juice, lime juice, oil, soy sauce, cilantro, honey and chili powder to make marinade. Place steak in a plastic seal bag and pour in marinade; massage to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours and not more than 8 hours.
3
Preheat a charcoal or gas grill to medium-high. Remove the steak from the marinade, season with salt and grill for about 4 minutes a side. Transfer to a cutting board and rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Once meat has rested, slice steak across the grain diagonally.
4
Mango Salsa:
5
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
6
To Assemble:
7
Warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side in a dry skillet or on the grill, until toasty and pliable.
8
Serve steak strips on the warmed tortillas with avocado, cheese then topping with mango salsa.

1019

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chipotle chile in adobo, 1 large garlic clove, minced, 1/2 cup orange juice, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and more.

Yes, Carne Asada Tacos With Mango Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Carne Asada Tacos With Mango Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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