Mexican Sizzling Steak Tacos
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these Mexican Sizzling Steak Tacos—an irresistible combination of bold flavors and tantalizing textures. Succulent flank steak, marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and paprika, is seared to perfection for a smoky, caramelized crust. Served on warm, tender corn tortillas, these tacos are layered with vibrant toppings like fresh cilantro, finely chopped onion, creamy avocado slices, and your choice of salsa for a customizable feast. Optional extras like jalapeño slices and crumbled cotija cheese deliver an extra kick of heat and richness. With a quick prep time and simple cooking process, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. These sizzling steak tacos are your ticket to authentic Mexican flavors straight from your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak
- 4 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 white onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- 0.5 cup salsa of choice
- 0.25 cup crumble cotija cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the flank steak in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring the steak is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over high heat. Once hot, add the steak and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare or adjust to your desired doneness.
Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices. Slice the steak thinly against the grain into bite-sized strips.
Warm the corn tortillas by heating them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 20-30 seconds per side or wrapping them in foil and warming them in the oven at 300°F for 5-7 minutes.
Assemble the tacos by placing a few slices of steak onto each tortilla. Add toppings like chopped onion, cilantro, sliced avocado, jalapeño, and your favorite salsa. Optionally, sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese.
Serve immediately while still warm and enjoy the sizzling, flavorful steak tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1259 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 787 mg | 17% | |
*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.
