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Carne Asada Tacos

By Chelsie Kenyon, About.com

A simple taco sold on the streets in Mexico by vendors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups uncooked carne asada, finely diced ( flank or skirt steak)
  • 16 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 8 squares of foil
  • 2-3 tablespoons of oil
  • salt to taste

Preparation:

Heat oil in a medium pan over high heat. Cook the beef until the edges become browned and crispy. Add salt to taste. Place two tortillas on top of eachother and top with hot beef, onions and cilantro. Fold the two tortillas in half and wrap tightly in foil. Let it sit for 5 minutes to warm the tortillas.
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