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Steak Tacos Recipe
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Easy Steak Tacos Recipe

This easy steak tacos recipe is loaded with bold flavor and spices. Perfectly tender steak, street taco vibes, your new weekend favorite! Taco time!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinating15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: flank steak, skirt steak
Servings: 12
Calories: 159kcal
Author: Mike Hultquist

Ingredients

For the Steak & Easy Spicy Marinade

  • 1.5 lbs skirt or flank steak trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder use one with some kick!
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of cayenne optional, for extra heat
  • 1-2 jalapenos finely minced (remove seeds and innards for less heat)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Tacos

  • 12-16 small corn tortillas street taco size preferred

Optional Spicy Toppings

  • Fresh sliced jalapenos or serranos
  • Pickled habanero or Scotch bonnet slices use sparingly!
  • Spicy salsa homemade or your favorite jar
  • A drizzle of chipotle or habanero hot sauce

Optional Fresh Toppings

  • Chopped cilantro
  • Diced white onion
  • Lime wedges
  • Avocado or guacamole
  • Crumbled cotija cheese or shredded jack cheese

Instructions

Marinate the Steak

  • In a bowl or zip-top bag, mix oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, jalapeno, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the steak and coat evenly. Marinate in the fridge for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour while prepping other ingredients.

Cook the Steak

  • Heat your grill or cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot.
  • Remove steak from marinade and let excess drip off.
  • Grill: 2-4 minutes per side for medium-rare (adjust for thickness). Get a solid sear. OR
    Pan-Sear: Add a splash of oil if needed. Sear 2-3 minutes per side, pressing for good contact.
  • Let steak rest 5-10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.

Warm the Tortillas

  • While the steak rests, warm tortillas on the grill, in a dry skillet, or directly over a flame for a few seconds per side until soft and lightly charred. Keep warm.

Assemble the Tacos

  • Fill tortillas with sliced steak. Load up with your favorite toppings - especially the spicy ones.
  • Serve with extra lime wedges and hot sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 295IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg