Street Tacos

Name: Street Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 lb skirt steak or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp dried oregano; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 16 small corn tortillas; 1/2 white onion, finely diced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 limes lime wedges, for serving; 6 radishes, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup salsa verde, for serving

Authentic Mexican-style street tacos with marinated grilled meat, fresh lime, onions, and cilantro on small corn tortillas. These simple, flavorful handheld treats capture the essence of traditional Mexican street food.

25 minMediumServes 4390 cal/serving

MexicanLunchGrillStandardHigh ProteinDairy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb skirt steak or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
16 small corn tortillas
1/2 white onion, finely diced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 limes lime wedges, for serving
6 radishes, thinly sliced
1/2 cup salsa verde, for serving

Instructions

1

In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp dried oregano, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the marinade.
2

Add the sliced 1 lb thinly sliced against the grain skirt steak or flank steak to the marinade, toss to coat, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
3

Preheat a grill or grill pan to high heat.
4

Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness.
5

Let the meat rest for 5 minutes, then chop into small pieces.
6

Warm the 16 small corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side, or until slightly charred but still pliable.
7

Assemble the tacos by placing some chopped steak on each tortilla.
8

Top with 1/2 finely diced white onion, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 6 thinly sliced radishes.
9

Serve immediately with 2 limes for serving lime wedges and 1/2 cup for serving salsa verde on the side.

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Questions

What should Street Tacos look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until slightly charred but still pliable.

How long should Street Tacos marinate?

Follow the time in step 2. Shorter still seasons the surface. Much longer is not better with acidic marinades, which turn the outside of meat or fish mushy.

What can I use instead of cilantro in Street Tacos?

The entry for Street Tacos calls for 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

Can I use another cut instead of flank steak in Street Tacos?

Flank, skirt, hanger and flat iron swap freely at the same weight. Slice whichever you use across the grain, or it eats tough. As written, the entry for Street Tacos uses 1 lb skirt steak or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain.

How hot is Street Tacos?

Only mildly. The heat in Street Tacos comes from 2 tsp chili powder. For a milder plate, halve the chili powder; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

How many calories are in Street Tacos?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 390 calories, with 34 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 17 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Street Tacos keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Street Tacos within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat in a hot skillet rather than the microwave to keep the char.

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