Carne Asada Tacos
These Carne Asada Tacos pack 45g protein and 415 calories per serving — a complete meal in one assembled shell. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, covering half a week's lunch rotation without repetitive cooking. Built for lifters bulking or maintaining who need a protein-dense lunch that doesn't require constant reheating.
Ingredients
- •Beef, Carne Asada, Grilled(907g)
- •Guacamole, Store-Bought(360g)
- •Yellow Onion(120g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(80g)
- •Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
Instructions
- 1Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season generously with salt, pepper, and cumin. Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until smoking, about 2–3 minutes.
- 2Sear the beef for 4–5 minutes per side, until deeply browned and charred on the exterior, reaching an internal temperature of 130–135°F for medium-rare. Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- 3Transfer the beef to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain into bite-size pieces.
- 4While the beef rests, finely chop the onion and roughly chop the fresh cilantro. Warm the corn tortillas in the same skillet over medium heat for 30–45 seconds per side until pliable and lightly charred.
- 5Assemble the tacos by layering each warm tortilla with a portion of the sliced beef, raw onion, fresh cilantro, and a dollop of guacamole.
- 6Divide the assembled tacos evenly into 6 portions and serve immediately, or store the components separately in airtight containers—beef in one, tortillas and toppings in others—for up to 4 days, reassembling as needed.
Nutrition — Per Serving
415
calories
45g
protein
24g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 7g
- Saturated fat
- 6.5g
- Sodium
- 224 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.1g
6 servings per batch · ~245g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Carne Asada Tacos have per serving?
Each serving contains 45g of protein and 415 calories with 24g fat and 7g carbs. This is one of the highest protein options in the carne asada family, with the taco structure keeping carbs minimal.
How long does Carne Asada Tacos take to prep?
Carne Asada Tacos is a quick prep recipe that yields 6 servings from one stovetop cooking session. The taco assembly is efficient for batch prep, giving you six ready-to-eat meals with minimal hands-on time per serving.
Is Carne Asada Tacos good for muscle gain?
At 45g protein and 415 calories per serving, this recipe is well-suited for muscle gain phases where protein intake is the primary focus. The minimal carbs (7g) mean you're getting a lean, protein-dense meal that works as a base for adding carbs elsewhere in your diet.
