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Best Grilling Taco Idea: Grilled Steak Tacos Recipe

The key is in the marinade. Perfectly marinated steak promises a juicy result that’s ready in just a few minutes. Splash with lime, onion, tomato, and cilantro for a truly authentic Mexican meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8 tacos

Ingredients

Steak taco marinade

  • 2 tablespoon lime juice from 1 lime
  • 3 tablespoon orange juice from 1 orange
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 jalapeño pepper minced - optional
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound steak flank steak or skirt steak (see note)

Grilling and assembly

  • cooking oil spray
  • 8 tortillas corn or flour, 8-inch size
  • 1/2 medium red onion diced
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • guacamole optional, or diced avocado
  • queso fresco cheese or Cotija cheese (see note)
  • fresh cilantro
  • fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the lime juice, orange juice, cumin, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Place the steak in the bowl and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Reserve for one hour at room temperature (see note), or refrigerate for up to 8 hours.
  • In the meantime, preheat the grill medium heat or 400°F (204°C) and prepare toppings, i.e. dice the tomatoes, dice the red onion and crumble the cheese.
  • Spray the grill grates with oil spray.
  • Place the steak on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until medium-rare or medium, using an instant-read thermometer to check doneness (130-140°F or 54-60°C).
  • Remove steak to a cutting board, cover with foil and let rest for 5 minutes to preserve juiciness.
  • Cut the steak crosswise against the grain into thin 3-inch (8 cm) slices, about ¼ inch or ½ cm. Reserve.
  • Please a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tortilla and heat for 30 seconds until puffy. Remove to a plate for assembly into a steak taco. Repeat for remaining tortillas.
  • Add a few slices of steak to the middle of the tortilla, followed by toppings, cheese and cilantro. Repeat for remaining tortillas. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • The best steak for tacos is flank steak or skirt steak (hanger steak), but sirloin steak fajitas and ribeye steak fajitas are also delicious.
  • Room temperature steak will cook more evenly for juicier steak.
  • You can pan fry the steak in a grill pan or cast iron skillet if you prefer not to use the grill.
  • Mexican Cotija cheese is the most authentic, although it can be difficult to find. Queso fresco is another great option, with feta or Monterey Jack as alternatives.