Name: Leah Victoria's Carne Asada Taco with Grilled Corn Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 2-3
Ingredients: Pork Loin Strips for Carne Asada, 1 package; 6 corn tortillas; 1 cup shredded cabbage; 1 cup of pickled red onions; Hot Sauce, optional; 2 cups grilled corn (shucked); 2 tablespoons mayo; Juice of 1 lime; 1 teaspoon chili-lime seasoning; 1/4 cup of Cotija cheese

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Leah Victoria's Carne Asada Taco with Grilled Corn Salad

TOTAL TIME25 mins

SKILL LEVELBeginner

SERVINGS2-3

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About this RecipeLeah's Carne Asada Tacos are packed with bold, savory flavor, featuring perfectly seared pork tucked into warm, charred corn tortillas and topped with crisp cabbage and tangy pickled onions. Paired with a zesty grilled corn salad bursting with lime, chili seasoning, and Cotija cheese, this dish delivers a vibrant, street-style taco experience in every bite.

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Ingredients

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Carne Asada Pork Loin Tacos

1 package Pork Loin Strips for Carne Asada

6 tortillas corn tortillas

1 cup shredded cabbage

1 cup pickled red onions

Hot Sauce, optional

Grilled Corn Salad

2 cups grilled corn (shucked)

2 tablespoons mayo

Juice of 1 lime

1 teaspoon chili-lime seasoning

1/4 cup Cotija cheese

Directions

Heat a pan over medium-high heat

Add the Smithfield Carne Asada Pork Loin Strips and sear until browned and caramelized, about 6-8 minutes. Let the pork develop those crispy edges!

While the pork cooks, prepare the grilled corn salad. In a bowl mix together the grilled corn, mayo, lime juice, chili-lime seasoning, and Cotija cheese

Warm the tortillas directly over the burner (or in a pan) until lightly charred

Assemble the tacos with shredded cabbage, carne asada pork, pickled red onions, and grilled corn salad. Finish with your favorite hot sauce

Serve with extra lime wedges and enjoy!

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