Juicy Carne Asada Meets Sweet & Spicy Pineapple Salsa
These Carne Asada Tacos with Pineapple Salsa & Guacamole by Enose (Griz) layer bold, savory steak with bright tropical flavor. Skirt steak gets seasoned with carne asada seasoning before marinating in a combination of fresh orange juice and bulgogi marinade, bringing together citrus, sweetness, and plenty of umami.
The toppings keep things fresh. A pineapple salsa combines juicy fruit with red onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, lime, and salt, while a simple homemade guacamole adds creamy richness. Pile everything onto warm tortillas for a taco that hits savory, sweet, spicy, tangy, and creamy all at once.
Note: The source provides the ingredients and basic preparation but does not specify the steak’s marinating time, grilling temperature, cooking time, or detailed guacamole quantities for the shared vegetables. Those details have not been invented.
Ingredients
For the Carne Asada
- 1 skirt steak
- 1 tbsp carne asada seasoning
- 1 orange
- 2 tbsp bulgogi marinade
For the Pineapple Salsa
- 1/2 cup pineapple, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup tomato, diced
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- Juice of 1/2 lime
For the Guacamole
- 2 avocados, diced
- Reserved diced red onion
- Reserved diced tomato
- Reserved chopped cilantro
- Lime juice, to taste
For the Tacos
- 3 tortillas
- Grilled carne asada
- Pineapple salsa
- Guacamole
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Season the Steak
- Generously coat both sides of the skirt steak with the carne asada seasoning.
2. Make the Marinade
- Squeeze the orange juice into a container and whisk in the bulgogi marinade.
- Pour over the seasoned steak and allow it to marinate.
3. Make the Pineapple Salsa
- Combine the pineapple, red onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, kosher salt, and juice of half a lime.
- Mix well and set aside.
4. Prepare the Guacamole
- Combine the diced avocados with reserved red onion, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Mash together to your preferred consistency.
6. Assemble the Tacos
- Grill the marinated skirt steak until cooked to your preferred doneness.
- Fill each tortilla with sliced carne asada, pineapple salsa, and guacamole.
- Serve immediately.
Pro Tips & Suggestions
- Slice the skirt steak against the grain for more tender bites.
- Dice the salsa ingredients evenly for a little of everything in each taco.
- Adjust the jalapeño according to your preferred spice level.
- Make the guacamole close to serving time for the freshest color and flavor.
About the Creator
This recipe is by Enose (Griz), the creator behind @scbygriz. Griz shares flavor-forward recipes that combine familiar favorites with creative ingredients and bold combinations.
Enose (Griz) | @scbygriz