Carne Asada Walking Tacos: Flavor-Packed Street-Style Recipe

• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• 1 white onion, half sliced and half finely chopped
• 2 jalapeños, sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
• 2 lbs pre-marinated carne asada
• 4-6 snack-sized bags of your favorite chips
• 1 lb store-bought or homemade guacamole
• 1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
• 5 oz crumbled queso fresco
• 1/2 cup salsa of your choice
• 1/2 cup crema
• 2 limes, quartered

• Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced half of the onion and sauté until soft and lightly golden. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
• In the same skillet, sauté the sliced jalapeños until they soften. Remove and set aside with the onions.
• Cook the carne asada in batches to avoid crowding the pan. Sear until well-browned and cooked through. Let the meat rest about 5 minutes, then slice against the grain and chop into bite-sized pieces.
• Gently open each snack-sized bag of chips and lightly crush the chips inside to create a stable base—avoid crushing them into crumbs.
• Assemble the walking tacos directly in the bags: start with carne asada, then add sautéed onion, sautéed jalapeño, the finely chopped raw onion, cilantro, guacamole, salsa, crema, and crumbed queso fresco.
• Finish with a squeeze of lime and serve immediately, enjoying the tacos straight from the bag for a fun, portable meal.

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