Hispanic cuisine is celebrated around the world, with tacos standing out as one of its most beloved staples. Whether you have cultural ties or simply love the flavors, dishes like Grilled Carne Asada Tacos offer a delicious way to connect with tradition.

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Grilled Carne Asada Tacos

Makes 12 tacos

Marinade

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup drained, sliced pickled jalapeno peppers
• 1/2 cup of teriyaki sauce
• 1 tablespoon minced red bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 11/2 pounds beef skirt or minute steak
• 12 6- to 8-inch flour or corn tortillas
• 2 limes, each cut into 6 wedges
• Juice of 3 lemons
• Pico de Gallo, if desired, store bought or homemade

1. To make the marinade: In a medium bowl, combine lemon juice, garlic, jalapenos, teriyaki sauce, bell pepper, sugar, and salt until sugar and salt have dissolved.

2. In a large resealable plastic bag, add marinade and meat and seal. Work marinade through meat and seal. Work marinade through meat with your fingers. Refrigerate meat for at least 2 hours or for up to 6 hours.

3. Preheat greased barbecue grill to medium. Remove meat from marinade, discarding marinade. Grill meat for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove from grill and let stand for 8 to 10 minutes. Carve meat across the grain into thin slices, then cut into bite-size pieces.

4. To build tacos, warm the tortillas on a skillet, heating each tortilla on each side until soft and pliable. Divide meat equally among tortillas and top with Pico de Gallo. Fold tortillas in half. Serve with a sliced lime.

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For a perfect pairing, serve up these easy Grilled Carne Asada Tacos while watching Coco, the animated film about a boy who dreams of becoming a musician.

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Recipe courtesy of Kelley Cleary Coffeen's "200 Easy Mexican Recipes" (Robert Rose).