The Untold Truth Of Carne Asada - Mashed

Fast food may be convenient, but it can't compete with the specialized expertise at a local small business. Rather than try to do it all and hop on the bandwagon for trending recipes for the sake of making a buck, Mom-and-Pops approach their menu with pride and integrity. If you're looking for the best carne asada in your area, look no further than a family-owned restaurant for the real deal, like Taqueria de Anda in Orange County, California. When Rafael "Don Rafa" De Anda moved from Jalisco to Fullerton, he brought the traditional flavors from his original taco cart to a new scene. In fact, Taqueria de Anda continues to use the original family recipes that made their original venture a success, the Los Angeles Times reports. One of the stars of the original menu? Carne Asada. Rather than overloading the taco with fancy fixings, they stick to cilantro, onion, and salsa, allowing the carne asada to take the lead in terms of flavor. 

As documented in the Netflix show Taco Chronicles, some of the top taquerias grilling up carne asada can be found right across the border in Tijuana. If you're looking for a carne asada road trip, Tacos El Franc in Tijuana is a must-try. According to The San Diego Union-Tribune, their carne asada owes its unique taste to a marinade mixture containing of oranges, garlic salt, olive oil, oregano, salt and pepper, and a top secret seasoning.