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Street Tacos with Marinated Skirt Steak

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Juicy, tender skirt steak marinated in citrus and bold spices, then seared to perfection and served in warm corn tortillas with classic street taco toppings—onion, cilantro, salsa, and lime. A simple yet flavorful dish that brings the authentic taqueria experience home.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • For the Steak Tacos:
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 pound skirt steak, cut into 1/4-inch chunks
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • For the Toppings:
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salsa (your choice)
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine skirt steak, orange juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and oregano. Toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Warm tortillas for about 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly browned. Keep warm in a towel.
  3. Add avocado oil to the skillet. When hot, add marinated steak and juices. Sear for 4–5 minutes, stirring often, until steak is browned and marinade reduced.
  4. To assemble tacos, fill tortillas with steak. Top with minced onion, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with your favorite salsa.

Notes

  • Flank steak can be used instead of skirt steak if needed.
  • Double the marinade for more intense flavor or extra meat.
  • For extra char, finish steak under a broiler for 1–2 minutes.
  • Pairs well with Mexican rice or grilled corn.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 375
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg