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mexican steak tacos

Mexican Steak Tacos

Tender marinated steak in corn tortillas with cilantro, onions and salsa
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

For the steak:

  • 1 1/2 lbs flank or skirt steak cut into bite sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp oil divided
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tsp chili powder I used ancho and chipotle
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano

To serve:

  • corn tortillas
  • chopped onion and cilantro mixed with a little salt and lime juice
  • salsa of your choice Ideally taqueria style red or green salsa

Instructions
 

  • Combine the marinade ingredients (reserving 1 tbsp oil for cooking) and add the steak pieces. Mix well and marinate 4 hours to overnight.
  • When ready to cook, heat a tbsp or 2 of oil to smoking over high heat and add the steak. Do not move for 1-2 minutes until well browned, stir and repeat. Only cook long enough to brown the outside and cook the steak to medium. Do not overcook.
  • Chop the onion and cilantro and mix with a little salt and lime juice.
  • Serve steak with tortillas, onion/cilantro, and salsa.
Keyword Beef, Lunch, Main Dish, Mexican
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