Grilled Skirt Steak Tacos with Mexican Street Corn are a match made in heaven for this easy summer dinner idea!
Skirt Steak Taco
Taco Tuesday just got a little more exciting! Summer is my favorite season. As the weather warms up, you'll find yourself using your grill all summer long. If you need a dinner idea to grill, these Mexican-inspired Grilled Skirt Steak Tacos with Charred Corn, Cotija Cheese, and Lime are the answer! There's nothing better than that smoky charcoal grilled flavor. Especially when eating outdoors! If you want a side dish with this, try making Cilantro Lime Rice and Quick Black Beans. Some of my favorite grilled steak recipes include Grilled Steak Fajitas, Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichurri, or Low Carb Lettuce Wrapped Grilled Steak Tacos.
Steak tacos are always a winner for dinner
Taco night is definitely a favorite in our house, and Mexican-inspired street tacos are a great way to use up that sweet summer corn. In our house, tacos are the easiest solution to satisfying a house full of picky family members with diverse tastes. It's also great for families with food allergies because with just a few simple tweaks you can create one dish that will make everyone happy.
- fast! There is no need to season your steak, a simple rub is perfect.
- High in protein: Each serving contains over 30 grams of protein.
- delicious: Tender steak pairs perfectly with sweet and smoky corn for a Mexican-inspired feast.
- Great for dietary restrictions: These tacos are high in protein, gluten-free, and Weight Watchers-friendly. If needed, you can also omit the cheese to make it dairy-free.
- Great for entertainment: These skirt steak tacos are a crowd pleaser and simple to prepare, making them a great choice for your next gathering like Father's Day, Memorial Day, or the Fourth of July.
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Grilled Steak Taco Ingredients
Everything you need to make this grilled steak taco recipe is here. (See recipe card below for exact measurements.)
- For Elote: Corn, light mayonnaise, cilantro, ancho chili powder, lime juice, salt.
- Skirt Steak: Skirt steak is a delicious cut of beef that's perfect for making steak tacos.
- Steak Seasoning: Cumin adds a smoky flavor.
- Corn Tortillas A healthy gluten-free tortilla option.
- Skirt Steak Taco Toppings: Cheese (cotija, queso fresco or feta), cilantro and lime wedges finish the dish.
How to Make Skirt Steak Tacos
Here are step-by-step photos of the grilled steak tacos: Find full instructions in the recipe card below..
- Season the steak Season both sides with salt and cumin.
- Get a gas grill or charcoal grill. Clean and oil the grates while they are hot.
- roast corn Cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until slightly charged.
- Create an Elote: Place the corn in a bowl and cut off the kernels with a large knife. Stir in remaining elote ingredients and set aside.
- How to grill a steak: Increase the heat on the grill to high. Cook steaks 1½ to 2 minutes on each side for medium rare, or longer to reach desired temperature.
- Warm Corn Tortillas Grill on the grill for 30 to 60 seconds on each side.
- How to cut a skirt steak for street tacos: Let the meat sit for 5-10 minutes. Cut the meat into thin slices against the grain. This means you want to cut perpendicular to the muscle fibers.
- Taco Assembly: Place the steak in a tortilla, top with elote, cheese, and cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
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- Tortilla: My daughter loves corn tortillas, but if your kids don't like them, you can also use crispy taco shells, flour tortillas, or lettuce wraps.
- can be exchanged Have chicken or shrimp steaks or make a combo and grill some plain corn on the side for those picky eaters. To serve, we prepared a bunch of taco toppings – cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, avocado – and then had everyone make their own.
- mayonnaise: Substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or light sour cream, or omit it.
- Not a fan of cilantro? Omit it or serve it as a topping for other guests.
- Beef parts: Substitute steak instead.
- Can't eat cheese? Just move on.
- Corn Cooking Tips: If you don't have an outdoor grill, you can char the corn directly on a stovetop burner over low heat, turning frequently until it chars all over. Tortillas can be heated the same way. And if you don't have a gas stove, cook it on a grill pan.
What to Serve with Steak Tacos
Here are some great side dish ideas for steak tacos.
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Store leftover steak and corn in separate containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Microwave the steak until warm, then assemble the tacos before serving. You can also freeze the steaks for up to 3 months.
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Produce: 4 Servings
Serving Size: 2 taco
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Season both sides of the steak with salt and cumin.
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Heat the grill over medium-high heat, clean and oil the griddle when hot, and grill the corn, turning occasionally, until slightly charred, about 10 minutes.
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When cool enough to handle, transfer to a cutting board, chop the corn cobs, place in a medium bowl and mix with the mayonnaise, cilantro, chili powder, lime juice and salt. separately.
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Increase the heat to high, add the steaks, and cook about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side for medium rare, or longer depending on how you like them.
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Place separately on a cutting board and cook tortillas until charred around the edges, about 30 to 60 seconds on each side.
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Slice the steak thinly against the grain, place on a tortilla, top with elote and cheese, garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
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clothing material: 2 taco, calorie: 418 calorie, carbohydrate: 33.5 g, protein: 31 g, province: 19.5 g, Saturated Fat: 7.5 g, cholesterol: 89 mg, salt: 738 mg, fiber: 4.5 g, sugar: 4 g
