Tacos de Carne Asada

Tacos de Carne Asada are a delicious low-carb twist on a classic Mexican dish, featuring marinated grilled beef served in lettuce wraps instead of traditional tortillas. This flavorful dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch while keeping carb intake low.

Ingredients

• Sirloin steak - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Romaine lettuce leaves - 6 large
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, diced
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Sour cream - 2 tablespoons (optional)

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Place the sirloin steak in the marinade, ensuring it is well-coated, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Grill the marinated steak for about 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached.
5. Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
6. To assemble the tacos, place a few slices of steak in each romaine lettuce leaf.
7. Top with diced red onion, fresh cilantro, and sliced avocado.
8. Add sour cream if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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