Chipotle Steak Taco
Smoky, zesty, and irresistibly flavorful, these Chipotle Steak Tacos are the perfect fusion of bold spices and vibrant toppings. Succulent flank steak is marinated in a rich blend of chipotle peppers in adobo, lime juice, garlic, and cumin, then grilled to smoky perfection. Nestled in warm corn tortillas, each taco is elevated with a burst of freshness from chopped cilantro, crisp red onion, and tangy crumbles of Cotija cheese. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of active prep time, this recipe is ideal for taco night or casual entertaining. Serve with a squeeze of lime for an extra zing and watch these hearty tacos disappear in no time! Keywords: Chipotle steak tacos, grilled flank steak, bold Mexican flavors, easy taco recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Flank steak
- 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 Corn tortillas
- 0.5 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 4 Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a medium bowl, mix together the chipotle peppers, minced garlic, lime juice, ground cumin, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Place the flank steak in a resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag, pressing out any extra air, and massage the marinade into the steak. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the steak from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels. Discard the marinade.
Grill the steak for about 4-6 minutes per side, depending on your desired doneness. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
While the steak is resting, warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side until they are pliable.
Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain.
To assemble the tacos, place a few slices of steak onto each warm tortilla. Top with chopped cilantro, sliced red onion, and a sprinkle of Cotija cheese.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos just before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.5 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.6 g | 273% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 541 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 6118 mg | 266% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.0 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 190.1 g | 380% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1211 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 2585 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
