Description
These authentic Street Tacos feature marinated skirt steak served on warm corn tortillas, topped with fresh onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. The skirt steak is marinated in a blend of orange juice, garlic, and spices to impart deep, vibrant flavors, then seared in a hot skillet to develop a delicious char. Perfect for a flavorful, easy-to-make Mexican-inspired meal that serves four.
Ingredients
For the Marinade and Steak
- 1 pound skirt steak, cut into ¼-inch chunks
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon Mexican oregano
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
For the Tacos
- 8 corn tortillas
- ¼ cup onion, minced
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- Salsa, for serving
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a medium bowl, combine the skirt steak chunks with orange juice, grated garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and Mexican oregano. Toss everything together thoroughly to ensure the steak pieces are evenly coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat. For best results, you can marinate up to 24 hours.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place one corn tortilla at a time into the pan and cook for about 30 seconds on each side until the tortilla becomes pliable and develops slight browning. To keep the tortillas warm while you finish heating the rest, wrap them in a kitchen towel.
- Cook the Steak: Add the avocado oil to the hot cast iron skillet and let it heat until sizzling. Add the marinated steak chunks and the marinade liquid to the skillet. Stir frequently as you cook the steak until deeply browned and caramelized, about 4 to 5 minutes. The marinade will reduce to a flavorful glaze coating the meat.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a generous portion of steak in the center of each warmed tortilla. Top with minced onion and chopped cilantro. Serve the tacos alongside salsa and lime wedges, encouraging diners to squeeze fresh lime juice over their tacos right before eating to brighten the flavors.
Notes
- For more tenderness, marinate the steak for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To make the tacos spicier, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Use fresh corn tortillas for the best texture and taste.
- You can substitute skirt steak with flank steak if desired.
- Serve with avocado slices or radish for extra crunch and creaminess.
