Arrachera skirt steak tacos are a delicious and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of tender steak, smoky peppers, and tangy salsa creates a taste sensation that is sure to please everyone. Whether you are cooking for a party or just a family meal, these tacos are sure to be a hit. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make the best arrachera skirt steak tacos, including tips on how to choose the right ingredients and how to cook the steak perfectly. So grab your apron and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece!
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ARRACHERA TACOS
This is an unusual marinade from the Mexican state of Baja that includes soy sauce, an ingredient you might not think of as Mexican, but which has been used on that country's Pacific coast since the 1500s.
Provided by Hank Shaw
Categories Main Course
Time 3h30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix all the marinade ingredients together and submerge the skirt steak in it, making sure every bit is coated with the marinade. Let this sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour, and up to overnight, although the longer you marinate the saltier the meat will get. About 4 hours is a nice amount of time.
- Mix the chopped onion with the lime juice and a pinch of salt. let this sit at room temperature while you marinate the meat.
- When you are ready to grill, get your fire very hot. While this is happening, heat up your tortillas on a comal or heavy skillet; keep them warm in a tortilla warmer or wrapped in kitchen towels.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and pat the meat dry with paper towels. Make sure it's dry. Rub oil all over the meat.
- Sear the skirt steak on the grill for only about 2 minutes per side, tops. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. My trick is to cut the skirt steak across the grain first, then keep chopping until you have little bite-sized pieces. Doing this ensures that you will have tender meat. Serve the skirt steak with cilantro and the quick pickled onions, plus some salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 554 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 43 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Sodium 475 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ARRACHERA (MEXICAN SKIRT STEAK FOR TACOS)
This is a recipe for traditional arrachera, which is a thinly sliced skirt steak with seasonings. The longer it marinates, the more robust the flavor will be. Heat tortillas on the grill or in the microwave. Serve the arrachera with warmed tortillas and your favorite taco toppings, such as onion, cilantro, hot sauce, lettuce, cheese, etc.
Provided by melodie
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place a single layer of steak in a shallow casserole dish. Sprinkle a portion of lime juice, sazon, and adobo seasoning. Top with chopped onion pieces. Repeat layers until all pieces of steak are seasoned. Pour beer over the mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours.
- Preheat a grill to medium-high. Discard marinade. Grill steak until lightly charred on the outside but still slightly tender in the center for medium doneness, 6 to 7 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 413.9 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
ARRACHERA (SKIRT STEAK TACOS)
I make this every once in a while and it is fantastic. I noticed there are only a couple of recipes for this on here and neither of them call to marinade the steak in beer, which is how I've seen it done traditionally and how I was taught so I thought I'd try to describe how I make it. I also made up a chicken version that is really good too that I'll try to post eventually.
Provided by Jfoxe
Categories Meat
Time 40m
Yield 24 tacos, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pound the skirt steak until it's flat or instead, ask the butcher to run it through the machine that flattens it out. Doing this works best.
- Season meat with Adobo, Cumin, and Pico de Gallo. I use the Adobo that has Cumin already in it and it works great.
- Rub seasoning into the meat.
- Layer meat, onions, and garlic in a deep pan or bowl and cover with beer by placing portion of meat on the bottom, top with onions (sliced so that it forms rings), chopped garlic, then repeat until all meat is used. Fill with beer of choice until everything is covered.
- Let sit for several hours or overnight.
- Cook meat on grill.
- Serve with heated corn tortillas and what ever taco toppings you prefer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 102.4, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 32.2
ARRACHERA TACOS
Steps:
- For the steak: Cut the steak into 3 to 4 rectangular-ish portions. Place in a large resealable plastic bag, container or vacuum seal bag.
- Blend the oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire, lime juice, pepper, garlic powder, dehydrated onion and paprika in a blender. Pour the marinade over the steak and seal the bag. Let sit in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours.
- For the jalapeño avocado aïoli: Remove the seeds from the jalapeño and dice. Remove the pit and skin from the avocado and add to a blender. Add the jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper to blender. Blend until it has a smooth, thick paint-like texture. If it's too thick, add a little cold water until the texture is thick and a little bit runny, like paint. Transfer to a container, bowl or squeeze bottle.
- For the corn pico de gallo: Grill the corn (or roast over the open flame of a gas stove) until nice and charred.
- Cut the kernels from the cobs into a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper. Mix well with a spoon or by hand, making sure to not smash the tomatoes.
- For the blue corn tortillas: In a large bowl, add the masa. Pour in the water and stir to combine. Knead the dough with your hands in the bowl until it is smooth and no longer sticky, 1 to 2 minutes. If you have time, cover the dough and let rest up to 30 minutes.
- Pinch off a piece from the dough and form a round ball around the size of a golf ball.
- Cut a resealable plastic bag open along the sides. Open the tortilla press and lay the opened bag on the top and bottom. Coat the plastic slightly with oil if desired to reduce friction. Place the dough ball between the plastic.
- Press down until the dough has spread about 6 inches and reaches the desired thickness.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the freshly pressed tortilla and cook for about 1 minute before flipping and cooking another minute. Stack the tortillas in a clean kitchen towel so they stay warm and steamy. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- For the steak: Take the steak out of the bag and cook on a hot grill or griddle to medium or preferred temperature. Cut into strips.
- For the tacos: Place the warm tortilla(s) on a plate. Add 2 ounces steak to each, followed by the corn pico de gallo, a sprinkling of Cotija and a drizzle of jalapeño-avocado aïoli.
- Serve with Mexican rice and whole or refried beans. Enjoy!
ARRACHERA (SKIRT STEAK TACO FILLING)
This is a steak we buy at the local Mexican store and season it with beer and sazon and grill it along with the tortillas. Serve with beans, rice, and tortillas. Use your favorite beef to make these; we use Corona. Serve on warm tortillas with rice beans, and salsa verde!
Provided by ElizabethKnicely
Categories Steak
Time 2h29m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Sprinkle each piece of skirt steak with the sazon and white pepper. Stack the seasoned steaks in a deep dish as you season them. Pour the beer over the steaks. Cover the dish and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove the steaks from the dish and discard the marinade.
- Cook the skirt steaks on the prepared grill until they are very firm, hot, and gray in the center, 7 to 10 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.5, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 101.4, Carbohydrate 0.8, Fiber 0.3, Protein 32
Tips:
- Choose the right steak. Skirt steak is the traditional cut for arrachera tacos, but flank steak or hanger steak can also be used. Look for a steak that is about 1 inch thick and has a good amount of marbling.
- Marinate the steak. Marinating the steak helps to tenderize it and add flavor. A simple marinade can be made with olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and cilantro.
- Cook the steak over high heat. Arrachera tacos are best when the steak is cooked over high heat. This helps to create a nice sear on the outside of the steak while keeping the inside juicy.
- Slice the steak against the grain. When slicing the steak, be sure to cut against the grain. This will help to make the steak more tender.
- Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings. Arrachera tacos can be served with a variety of toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.
Conclusion:
Arrachera tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish. By following these tips, you can make the best arrachera tacos at home. Arrachera tacos are a great option for a quick and easy meal. They can be made with a variety of toppings, so you can customize them to your own taste. Arrachera tacos are also a great way to use up leftover steak. So next time you have a steak dinner, be sure to save some of the leftovers for tacos the next day.
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