Carne Asada Skirt Steak Tacos Girls Gone Grillin’–style

Carne Asada Skirt Steak Tacos—perfect for the grill or cast iron.

Carne Asada Skirt Steak Tacos (Girls Gone Grillin’–style)

Ingredients

• Steak & Marinade

• 2 lbs skirt steak

• ¼ cup olive oil

• Juice of 2 limes

• ¼ cup orange juice

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1½ tbsp Girls Gone Grillin’ S.P.G. Plus a Kiss of Onion BBQ seasoning

• 1 tsp Girls Gone Grillin’ Hot Hens BBQ seasoning

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp chili powder

• ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Tacos

• Warm corn tortillas

• Diced white onion

• Fresh cilantro

• Lime wedges

• Optional add-ons

• Grilled jalapeños or poblanos

• Cotija cheese

• Avocado slices or guac

• Salsa raja or Verde

Step 1: Marinate

Whisk everything together and coat the skirt steak well.

Marinate 2–6 hours (30 minutes minimum if you’re short on time).

Step 2: Grill It Hot

Preheat grill to high heat (450–500°F)

Grill steak 3–4 minutes per side until nicely charred

Pull at 130–135°F for medium-rare

Rest 10 minutes

Step 3: Slice Like a Pro

Slice against the grain into thin strips. This is key for tender tacos.

Step 4: Build the Tacos

Warm tortillas directly on the grill

Add sliced carne asada

Top with onion, cilantro, squeeze of lime

Finish with salsa or cotija if you’re feeling fancy

Want extra smoke? Reverse-sear: 225°F for 20 min, then sear hot

• Girls Gone Grillin’ Sweet and Sticky BBQ seasoning
• Girls Gone Grillin’ Hot Hens BBQ seasoning
• Girls Gone Grillin' Cherry Chipotle BBQ Sauce
• Girls Gone Grillin’ S.P.G. Plus a Kiss of Onion BBQ seasoning