Carne Asada Tacos

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbflank steak$13.36
• 12 eachcorn tortillas$4.12
• 0.5 cuporange juice$0.47
• 3 tbsplime juice$0.18
• 3 eachgarlic cloves, minced$0.38
• 0.5 cupcilantro, chopped$0.99
• 0.5 cupwhite onion, finely diced$0.21
• 2 tbspvegetable oil$0.15
• 1 tspkosher salt$0.02
• 1 tspground cumin$0.12
• Total for 4 servings$20.00

Most of the cost is flank steak ($13.36) and corn tortillas ($4.12). Prices are estimated for the amount used, at average US grocery prices (November 2026).

Steps

1. In a shallow dish or large sealable bag, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, vegetable oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, kosher salt and 2 tablespoons of the chopped cilantro. Add the flank steak, turn to coat, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2. Preheat the grill over high heat until smoking hot. Remove the steak from the marinade, shake off excess liquid, and grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side until nicely browned with dark grill marks and an internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare or 145°F (63°C) for medium.
3. Transfer the steak to a board to rest; meanwhile, lay the corn tortillas directly onto the grill and heat for 30 to 45 seconds per side until warm, pliable, and lightly blistered.
4. Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain into small, bite-sized strips.
5. Divide the sliced steak among the warm tortillas and top with the diced white onion and the remaining chopped cilantro.