Best 12 Grilled Steak Tacos Recipes

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Grilled steak tacos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The key to making great grilled steak tacos is to use high-quality steak and to cook it to the desired doneness. You can also experiment with different marinades and toppings to create your own unique flavor combinations. Whether you're a grilling pro or a beginner, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to make the best grilled steak tacos.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED SKIRT STEAK TACOS



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Spicy, tangy, sweet, this recipe for steak tacos brings all the flavors to the table.

Provided by Guinevere

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 limes, juiced
4 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound skirt steak, fat removed and flattened to 1/8-inch thickness
4 corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Combine onion, cilantro, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, oregano, red pepper flakes, and garlic in a large bowl.
  • Place steak in a baking pan and pour marinade on top. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill steak 2 to 4 minutes per side, to desired doneness. Allow meat to rest 5 to 10 minutes before slicing against the grain into 1/4-inch slices.
  • Add meat to tortillas and top with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 25.2 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 946.3 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

COPYCAT CHIPOTLE GRILLED STEAK SOFT TACOS



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This Copycat Chipotle Grilled Steak Soft Taco recipe uses a easy adobo marinade. Make the marinade throw the steak in the fridge overnight; be a taco superstar at dinnertime!

Provided by EmKenBken

Categories     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 medium red onion, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves
1 (7 1/16 ounce) can chipotle chiles in adobo
1 tablespoon chili powder
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 lbs chuck steaks, cut 2-inches thick, about 3 steaks
12 (6 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
2 romaine lettuce hearts, shredded
2 cups salsa

Steps:

  • Marinade:.
  • To the bowl of a food processor or blender add 1/2 cup water, onion, garlic, 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from can of chili's), 1 chipotle chili, also from can, chile powder, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 teaspoon salt, cumin, vinegar, oregano, and black pepper.
  • Blend until completely smooth, add 1/2 cup water stirring to combine.
  • Place steak in a large non-reactive container, with enough room for the adobo sauce.
  • Pour sauce over steak, turning chicken to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 10 to 12 hours (overnight) for the most intense flavor; steak can be marinated for up to 2 days. Remove steak from marinade, pat dry with paper towels, and place in a medium bowl. Season with remaining teaspoon salt.
  • Cook Steak:.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add steak to the skillet and cook until underside is deep brown, about 4 minutes; turn and cook until the golden brown on the other side, another 4-5 minutes. Cook until the internal temperature of the steak reaches 135F (for rare) on a instant- read thermometer or 145F for medium rare.
  • Remove to a cutting board and tent with foil for 10 minutes. Slice into small pieces.
  • Assemble Tacos:.
  • Dividing evenly, mound tortillas with Copycat Chipotle Grilled Steak, Monterey jack cheese, shredded lettuce, Copycat Chipotle Fresh Tomato Salsa or desired toppings.

GRILLED STEAK TACOS



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Spicy aioli brings a zesty kick to steak tacos, and the ribeye is a nice upgrade from typical ground beef. Grab one and enjoy the burst of flavor in each bite! -Michael Compean, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 24

SPICY AIOLI:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce or 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon sesame oil
AVOCADO-CORN SALSA:
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
2 tablespoons canned whole kernel corn
2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
STEAKS:
2 teaspoons pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1 beef ribeye steak (1 pound), trimmed
8 flour tortillas (6 inches)
Optional toppings: Shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese and Cotija cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the aioli ingredients. In another bowl, combine the salsa ingredients. Refrigerate until serving., Combine the pepper, oil, salt and seafood seasoning; rub over both sides of steak. , Grill, covered, over medium heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), 6-8 minutes on each side. Let stand for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, grill tortillas until warm, about 45 seconds on each side. Thinly slice steak; place on tortillas. Serve with aioli, salsa and toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650 calories, Fat 45g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 1843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

GRILLED SKIRT STEAK TACOS WITH ROASTED POBLANO RAJAS



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Provided by Rick Bayless

Categories     Beef     Onion     Pepper     Lime     Fall     Grill/Barbecue

Yield Makes 12 tacos, serving 4 as a light meal

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium white onions, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds (keep the rounds intact for easy grilling)
3 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon cumin, preferably freshly ground
Salt
1 pound beef skirt steak, trimmed of surface fat as well as the thin white membrane called "silverskin"
Vegetable or olive oil for brushing or spritzing the onions and meat
A small bowlful of lime wedges for serving
12 warm, fresh corn tortillas (See how to reheat corn tortillas )

Steps:

  • 1. Marinating the Meat. In a food processor or blender combine one-quarter of the onions, the garlic, lime juice, cumin and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Process to a smooth puree. Place the skirt steak in a nonaluminum baking dish. Using a spoon, smear the marinade over both sides of the skirt steak. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
  • 2. Making the Grilled Chile-and-Onion Rajas. Turn on the oven to its lowest setting. Heat a gas grill to medium high or light a charcoal fire and let it burn just until the coals are covered with gray ash and very hot. Either turn the burner(s) in the center of the grill to medium-low or bank the coals to the sides of the grill for indirect cooking. Set the cooking grate in place, cover the grill and let the grate heat up, 5 minutes or so.
  • Lay the chiles on the hottest part of the grill, and cook, turning occasionally until the skin is blistered and uniformly blackened all over, about 5 minutes. Be careful not to char the flesh, only the skin. Remove the chiles from the grill and cover with a kitchen towel.
  • While the chiles are roasting, brush or spray the remaining onion slice with oil and lay the whole rounds of onions on the grill in a cooler spot than you chose for the chiles. When they're starting to soften and are browned on the first side, about 10 minutes, use a spatula to flip them and brown the other side. Transfer to an ovenproof serving dish and separate the rings (if they haven't started separating during grilling).
  • 3. Grilling the Meat. Remove the steak from the marinade and gently shake off the excess. Oil the steak well on both sides and lay it over the hottest part of the grill. Grill, turning once, until richly browned and done to your liking, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side for medium-rare (the way I like skirt steak).
  • 4. Serving the tacos. Cut the long piece of skirt steak into 3-to 4-inch lengths, then cut each section across the grain (that is, in line with the full length of the steak) into thin strips. Mix with the chiles and onions, season with a little salt and set on the table along with the lime wedges and hot tortillas, for your guests to make into soft tacos.
  • Working Ahead: Thin steaks like skirt taste best with a relatively short tour in the marinade - 1 to 8 hours. Leave them longer, and the marinade overpowers the flavor and saps the rosy color of the meat. The poblano-and-onion rajas can be made several hours ahead and left at room temperature; rewarm before serving. The steak, of course, must be grilled just before you're ready to eat.

GRILLED ONION & SKIRT STEAK TACOS



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I grew up watching my grandmother and mother in the kitchen. My grandparents came from Mexico, and these skirt steak tacos marinated in beer and lime juice honor their passion for cooking. -Adan Franco, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 beef skirt or flank steaks (1 pound each)
1 bottle (12 ounces) beer
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 spring onions or green onions
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
Corn tortillas, minced fresh cilantro and lime wedges

Steps:

  • Pound beef with a meat mallet to tenderize. In a large bowl, mix beer, lime juice and 2 tablespoons oil until blended. Add beef to marinade; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes., Meanwhile, cut partially through onions, leaving tops intact. Drizzle with remaining oil; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper., Drain beef, discarding marinade; sprinkle with the remaining salt and pepper. On a greased grill rack, grill steaks and onions, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°) and onions are crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes on each side. Cut steak diagonally across the grain into thin slices. Serve with tortillas, onions, cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 458mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

GRILLED STEAK SOFT TACOS



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This can be broiled or cooked on the grill. Forget about Taco Bell's grilled steak carne asada soft tacos when you can make much better at home!

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Steak

Time 28m

Yield 10 soft tacos

Number Of Ingredients 14

20 ounces top sirloin steaks
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
10 8-inch flour tortillas
2 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
1 1/4 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup sour cream
2 small tomatoes, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) bottle taco sauce

Steps:

  • Mix together ingredients for marinade in a small bowl.
  • Place steak in a dish or plastic bag and pour marinade over it and refrigerate for several hours, or overnight.
  • Bring steak out of refrigerator 1 hour before cooking.
  • Prepare grill or broiler.
  • Drain the meat, saving the marinade.
  • Grill meat 3-4 minutes per side (for med-rare), basting occasionally with marinade, or cook longer if desired.
  • Slice meat thinly and set aside.
  • Wrap tortillas in a towel and warm in a microwave; or if desired, warm briefly in a skillet and then wrap in a towel to keep warm.
  • To assemble taco, place approximately 2 ounces of meat, 1/4 cup lettuce, 2 tbsp cheese, 1 tbsp sour cream, a small amount of tomatoes and some taco sauce on each tortilla.
  • Serve immediately.

GRILLED STEAK TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM AND CHIMICHURRI



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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h32m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small bunch fresh cilantro, leaves picked
1/2 medium yellow onion
Juice of 1 1/2 limes
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 ounces sour cream
1 large chipotle pepper in adobo, finely diced, plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
Mixed greens
6 small fajita-size flour tortillas, warmed
1 pound skirt or flank steak
7 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup, plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup, plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • For the chimichurri: While the steak rests, place the cilantro leaves, onion, remaining 4 cloves garlic, juice of 1 lime, and remaining 1/3 cup vinegar to a blender and puree until combined. With the blender on low speed, drizzle in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil in a slow stream. Remove the sauce from the blender and stir in the red pepper flakes and salt, to taste.
  • For the chipotle cream: Combine the sour cream, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, juice of 1/2 lime, and pinch of salt.
  • Place the steak, 3 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons each olive oil and vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and Dijon mustard in a resealable bag. Rub the ingredients into the meat and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 2 hours.
  • After 2 hours, remove the meat from the bag and pat dry to remove any excess moisture. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Spray an indoor, stovetop grill with nonstick cooking spray and preheat on medium-high heat. Place the steak on the preheated grill and grill about 6 minutes on each side for medium rare. After grilling the steak, cover with tented foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes, before thinly slicing across the grain.
  • To serve, top each warm tortilla with some mixed greens and sliced steak. Drizzle with the chimichurri and chipotle cream.
  • Servings: 4 to 6 tacos

GRILLED STEAK & ONION TACOS



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Fire up the grill for soft tacos stuffed with zesty beef, sweet and tender red onions, and health-boosting avocado. Oh, yeah!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 beef top sirloin steak (1 to 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
2 medium red onions, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 teaspoons olive oil
8 flour tortillas (6 inches)
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
Sour cream, fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges

Steps:

  • Sprinkle steak with taco seasoning. Lightly coat grill rack. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, brush onions with oil. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until tender., Grill tortillas on each side until warm. Thinly slice steak. Top tortillas with steak, avocado and onions Serve with sour cream, cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts :

GRILLED STEAK TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM AND CHIMICHURRI



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Recipe from Cooking Channel - Kelsey Nixon. Haven't tried it, but it sounds so delicious! A great Tex-Mex recipe with a Cilantro Chimichurri twist. Prep time does not include marinating time for meat.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 32m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small bunch fresh cilantro (leaves only)
1/2 medium yellow onion
fresh lime juice (juice from 1 1/2 limes)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 ounces sour cream
1 large chipotle chile in adobo (finely diced, plus 1 tbsp. adobo sauce)
6 small flour tortillas, warmed (fajita-size)
1 lb skirt steak (or flank steak)
7 garlic cloves, divided
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the Chimichurri: While the steak rests, place the cilantro leaves, onion, 4 cloves garlic, juice of 1 lime, and 1/3 cup vinegar to a blender and puree until combined. With the blender on low speed, drizzle in the 1/4 cup olive oil in a low stream. Remove the sauce from the blender and stir in the red pepper flakes and salt to taste.
  • For the Chipotle Cream: Combine the sour cream, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, juice of 1/2 lime, and a pinch of salt.
  • Place the steak, 3 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons each olive oil and red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, and dijon mustard in a resealable bag. Rub the ingredients into the meat and place in the refrigerator to marinate 2 hours.
  • After 2 hours, remove the meat from the bag and pat dry to remove any excess moisture. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Spray an indoor, stovetop grill with nonstick cooking spray and preheat on medium-high heat. Place the steak on the preheated grill and grill about 6 minutes per side for medium rare. After grilling the steak, cover with tented foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes before thinly slicing across the grain.

GRILLED STEAK TACOS WITH SPICY SLAW



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Make and share this Grilled Steak Tacos With Spicy Slaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Steak

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 lbs flank steaks
1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1 -2 medium jalapeno, stemmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups thinly sliced green cabbage
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, more as needed
8 corn tortillas
1/2 cup sour cream
lime wedge, for serving

Steps:

  • Prepare a medium (375°F) gas or charcoal grill fire.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the ancho powder with 1 teaspoons of the sugar, 2 teaspoons salt, and 3/4 teaspoons pepper. Pat the steak dry, sprinkle the ancho mixture on both sides, and let sit at room temperature while the grill heats.
  • Set the onion rounds and jalapenos on a large plate and sprinkle with 1 Tbs. of the oil, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoons pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cabbage with the lime juice, the remaining 1 teaspoons sugar, and 1/2 teaspoons salt. Add the remaining 1 Tbs. oil and toss again.
  • Put the steak, onions, and jalapenos on the grill. Grill the steak, flipping once, until cooked to your liking, 5 to 6 minutes for medium rare (130°F to 135°F). Grill the vegetables, flipping once, until grill marks appear and they're just tender, 4 to 6 minutes for the jalapenos and about 8 minutes for the onion. (Move the onions to a cooler part of the grill or lower the heat if they start to burn.) Transfer the steak and vegetables to a cutting board; let the steak rest for 5 minutes.
  • Chop the onions and finely chop the jalapenos, add to the cabbage mixture, and toss well. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and lime juice.
  • Spread 4 tortillas on the grill and heat, flipping once, until warm and softened, about 1 minute. Stack the warmed tortillas in a kitchen towel; repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • Thinly slice the steak and put a few slices on each of the warm tortillas. Top with the slaw and a dollop of sour cream. Serve with the lime wedges.

VIETNAMESE GRILLED STEAK TACOS #A1



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A.1. Original Sauce Recipe Contest Entry. Flank steak marinated in a spicy Asian marinade, and flame grilled. Cut into thin strips and rolled in warm flour tortillas; dressed in a salad featuring cucumbers, grape tomatoes, avocado and spinach leaves. Served with a Fresh Lemon Rosemary Dressing.

Provided by michaeljwatz

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 Tacos, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 30

3 tablespoons fresh garlic, finely chopped
1 cup green onion, thinly sliced, divided use
1/4 cup fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1 cup Asian pear, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup A.1. Original Sauce
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup mirin
2 tablespoons lemongrass, finely chopped
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided use
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 lbs flank steaks, trimmed
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup seedless European cucumber, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh spinach, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh spinach, stems removed, thinly sliced
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup avocado, peeled and medium diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon zest, finely grated
12 corn tortillas, warmed
3/4 cup citrus ranch dressing
12 fresh cilantro stems
12 fresh mint sprigs
12 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Place the garlic, half of the green onions, ginger, A.1. Sauce, soy sauce, mirin, lemongrass, cilantro, mint, sugar, sesame oil, lime juice, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and red pepper flakes into a food processor and puree until the marinade is smooth.
  • Place the flank steak into a shallow pan and pour the marinade over the meat. Turn the flank steak in the marinade to evenly coat. Cover the pan with saram wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Heat a BBQ charcoal grill and let the briquettes burn down until covered in ash. Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry with absorbent paper towels. Generously spray the grill grates with nonstick vegetable cooking oil. Place the flank steak onto the grill, season with the remaing kosher salt and black pepper. Cook the flank steak for 6 minutes on each side or until the steak is cooked medium rare. Generously brush the flank steak with the marinade while grilling. Remove the meat from the grill and reserve in a warm area for 5 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl combine the remaining green onions, with the cucumbers, spinach, tomato halves, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Place the salad in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to marinate.
  • Using a serrated edged knife diagonally slice the meat into thin strips; evenly arrange the steak strips onto each tortilla. Place 2 tortillas in the center of 6 decorative serving platters. Using a slotted spoon attractively place the salad over the meat on each tortilla. Evenly garnish each tortilla with diced avocadoes.
  • Using a squirt bottle decoratively drizzle the Citrus Rosemary Dressing over the top of each taco, garnish each plate with sprigs of cilantro, mint and a lime wedge.
  • Citrus Ranch Dressing 2 cups.
  • 2 cups Ranch Dressing, bottled 2 Tablespoons fresh rosemary minced 2 teaspoons garlic, finely chopped 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated 1 teaspoon Worstershire sauce 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, ground.
  • Place all ingredients into a mixing bowl and stir using a whisk.

GRILLED STEAK TACOS WITH AVOCADO CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



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Categories     Pepper

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1.75 lbs sirloin steak (2 good size steaks)
2 sweet onions, sliced thick to barbeque
2 different colored bell peppers, sliced 1/2 inch
Olive oil
Salt and Pepper
Marinade and base for Avocado Sauce
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 scallion, minced
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp Champagne vinegar (or white wine vinegar would do
1 ½ tsp cumin
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tsp salt
Finish the sauce with:
¼ cup chopped parsley
½ tsp minced jalapeno
2 avocados, diced close to serving time
1 tbsp lime juice
To make the tacos:
12 corn or flour tortillas
sour cream
lettuce or other salad greens
Chopped cilantro
refried beans

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl (the garlic through cumin and salt). Place the steaks in a large sealable plastic bag, then pour in 1/3 cup of the marinade mixture into the bag. 2. Set aside the rest of the marinade. Seal the bag, and gently toss the steak around with the marinade to get it well-coated. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. About 4 hours is optimal. 3. Finish the avocado sauce by taking the remaining marinade that you set aside, stir in the parsley, jalapeno, and lime juice into the reserved marinade. Salt and pepper.......do not forget this! 4. You can have all this ready to go well before your dinner, then stir in the diced avocados closer to serving time. 5. Grill the peppers and onions until nice and charred. This gives them a great smokey flavor. Set aside. This can be done 2 hours before you finish the meat. 6. Now, you've got the preliminaries taken care of, it's time to grill that steak! Take the steak out of the fridge 15 minutes before grilling time and pre-heat the grill to medium high. Shake the excess marinade off the steaks, then place them on the grill. For medium rare, which I recommend for this cut, grill 5 to 6 minutes on one side, then flip over to grill another 5 minutes on the other side. 7. Remove the the steak to a serving platter. Slice the steak thin after it has rested a few minutes, and have it ready to go on the taco bar. 8. You can set up the rest of the items on the taco bar as the steak grills. Line up the tortillas, steak, avocado sauce, onions/peppers, sour cream, lettuce and beans and let folks build their own tasty creations. I like to go through the line first and point out the items people can choose from so they don't miss anything. Enjoy your taco party!

Tips for Making the Best Grilled Steak Tacos

  • Choose the right cut of steak. Flank steak, skirt steak, and hanger steak are all good options for grilled steak tacos. These cuts are relatively thin and have a good amount of marbling, which makes them tender and flavorful.
  • Marinate the steak. Marinating the steak helps to tenderize it and add flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, but a simple mixture of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and cumin is a good starting point.
  • Grill the steak over high heat. This will help to create a nice char on the outside of the steak while keeping the inside juicy and tender. Cook the steak for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
  • Let the steak rest before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the steak, making it more tender and flavorful.
  • Use fresh tortillas. Fresh tortillas are softer and more flavorful than store-bought tortillas. You can find fresh tortillas at most Mexican grocery stores or online.
  • Load up your tacos with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for grilled steak tacos include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion

Grilled steak tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make the best grilled steak tacos that your family and friends will love.

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