Cast-Iron Carne Asada Tacos
Mexican Rice
Ingredients
- ¾ lb flank steak
- 1½ Tbsp Mexican seasoning (such as McCormick Perfect Pinch), divided
- ¼ tsp kosher salt, divided
- 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 (12-oz) pkg sliced bell pepper and onion medley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 6 soft taco-size corn tortillas, heated
- ½ cup fresh salsa
Instructions
- Sprinkle steak with ½ Tbsp seasoning and ⅛ tsp salt. Cook in 1 Tbsp hot oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes per side or to desired doneness. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing across the grain.
- Meanwhile, cook bell pepper medley, garlic, 1 Tbsp seasoning, and ¼ tsp salt in 1 Tbsp hot oil in skillet 6 to 8 minutes or until browned and tender.
- Add steak and lime juice; cook 1 minute, stirring to blend. Serve in tortillas with salsa.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 1 (8.8-oz) pouch microwavable brown rice
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp Mexican seasoning (such as McCormick Perfect Pinch)
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
Side Dish Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions. Toss together rice and remaining ingredients.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 3 | 3 | |
| Calories |
403
|
149
|
552
|
| Fat (g) | 17 | 2 | 19 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Protein (g) | 28 | 3 | 31 |
| Carb (g) | 35 | 25 | 60 |
| Fiber (g) | 6 | 2 | 8 |
| Sodium (mg) | 677 | 203 | 880 |
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