Skirt Steak Tacos
Oh, buckle up for a flavor explosion! Skirt steak tacos are like a party in your mouth with juicy, marinated steak, fresh toppings, and spicy salsa all bundled in a warm tortilla. These tasty bites are perfect for a casual dinner, a taco night with friends, or even just a fun family meal. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 lb of skirt steak or flank steak works too!
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of lime juice fresh is best!
- 3 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 corn tortillas flour tortillas are totally allowed, too!
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 cup chopped cilantro
- Fresh salsa or pico de gallo store-bought works fine
- Avocado slices optional but highly recommended!
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: Start by placing your skirt steak in a large resealable bag. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Pour this zesty mixture over the steak, seal the bag tight, and give it a good massage. Every bite will be bursting with flavor! Let it marinate for at least 20-30 minutes, or even as long as overnight in the fridge for an extra flavor kick.
- Prep Your Toppings: While the steak is soaking in that flavorful goodness, chop up your onions, cilantro, and whatever other toppings you want. Maybe some sliced jalapeños for a punch? Get creative!
- Cook the Steak: Heat up a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s nice and hot, take the steak out of the marinade (but don’t toss that marinade yet!). Cook the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side, depending on how you like it cooked. Medium rare is usually the sweet spot for juiciness!
- Rest and Slice: Let the steak rest for about 5 minutes. This makes it super juicy! After it’s cooled a little, slice it against the grain into thin strips. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect; this is tacos, not a fancy restaurant!
- Warm Those Tortillas: Time to warm those tortillas, either on the grill or in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side. They should be soft and pliable, ready to wrap around your delicious steak and toppings!
- Assemble Your Tacos: Now for the fun part! Grab a warmed tortilla, drop some skirt steak on it, and load it up with onions, cilantro, salsa, and avocado slices. Feel free to add a squeeze of lime for that extra zing!