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Steak Tacos Recipe

I have a delicious steak tacos recipe that's perfect for family taco night. Juicy grilled steak nestled between warm tortillas with your favorite toppings. While I don’t pretend to be an expert on anything, I will say I have a pretty discerning palate when it comes to the taco and this is one of the best steak taco recipes!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For Steak:
  • 1 lb steak preferably flank or skirt
  • 1 tbsp canola oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • ½ tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
For Toppings:
  • 1 cup rinsed dried and chopped fresh cilantro
  • ⅔ cup chopped onion
  • 1 sliced avocado
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • Taco sauce to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat grill to high heat OR preheat oven broiler.
  2. Remove the steak from the refrigerator and let it sit on the counter for 20 minutes at room temperature. While the steak sits, prepare all the toppings in serving bowls and set them out on the dining table.
  3. Then in a small mixing bowl, combine cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, and several dashes of salt and pepper.
  4. After the steak has sat for 20 minutes, lightly rub every side with oil. Rub the spice mixture into the steak, coating on both sides.
For Grilling:
  1. First, place the steak on the grill and cook approximately 5 minutes. Then flip the steak and cook for 4-7 more minutes depending on the desired level of doneness. Remove steak from the grill, cover with foil and let rest for 5 minutes.
For Broiling:
  1. Place steak on a broiler pan and place on the top rack of oven, about 5-6 inches from the heating element. Broil for 5-7 minutes on each side depending on the desired level of doneness. Remove it from oven, cover the pan with foil, and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Move steak to the cutting board and slice and cube for the taco filling.
  3. Heat tortillas according to package directions. Serve steak filling and tortillas, assemble, top with desired toppings and enjoy.