Pan Seared Chuck Steak. (Or search for carne asada to find some grilled options on site.)
1 poundchuck steak
Kosher salt
Your favorite steak seasoning. I prefer a coarse seasoning with plenty of Fresh cracked pepper
Oil
1tablespoonunsalted butter
Instructions
For Tortillas
In a bowl, mix the hot water, salt and the oil. Stir well, and gradually add in the masa harina until dough forms. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
When ready, divide and roll 30 masa balls. I roll the masa into a log shape, then use a large knife to slice the sections. I wanted a very small tortilla, so I made 30, but you certainly could make them bigger. Place the balls onto a plate and cover with plastic wrap.
Preheat griddle, large skillet or comal to medium heat for 5 minutes. Cut two pieces of plastic, from a plastic freezer bag, to fit and line the tortilla press.
Gently press one ball(4 inches in diameter) at a time and cook on hot surface. Cook 8 seconds on first side. When the tortilla releases, turn it. Cook for another 30 seconds. Gently press the edges of tortilla with metal spatula. It should inflate a little, or sometimes alot. If tortillas don’t inflate, your comal may not be hot enough. Place cooked tortillas in a skillet with lid that has been lined with a clean kitchen towel. Cover with lid. Yields about 30 taqueria-style, 4 inch tortillas.
For Guacamole
Mash or dice the avocados. Mix in all of the remaining ingredients. Taste for salt.
For Steak
Preheat a cast iron skillet to medium heat for a few minutes. Season the steak on both sides. When the pan begins to smoke lightly, add 2-3 tablespoons of grapeseed oil. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side for medium. Transfer steak to cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice thin and against the grain.
To Assemble Mulitas
You will need a good melting cheese, like Oaxaca, Chihuahua or Mozzarella.
Slice or chop the cooked steak into small pieces. Pan sear the steak in a little oil at high heat. Remove from hot pan after a few minutes. Place tortillas on a preheated comal. Add some cheese, just enough to hold the tortillas together. It's not supposed to be a quesadilla. Add steak, peppers-onions, guacamole and then more cheese. Place another tortilla on top. Heat just until cheese begins to melt. Flip over and cook for another 30-45 seconds.
Notes
Tips! Cover the mulitas with a lid while it cooks. This will help the cheese melt faster.