Description
Savor bold, vibrant flavors with tender, slow-cooked steak marinated in a zesty citrus blend and topped with fresh cilantro and onion. These tacos are the perfect balance of simplicity and flavor, ideal for gatherings or quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
1 lb top-round steak, thinly sliced against the grain
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tbsp lime juice
3 cloves garlic, microwaved or finely chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp cumin
8 tortillas (flour or corn)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
4 lime wedges, to serve
Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the marinade by combining the orange juice, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and cumin in a bowl. Whisk ingredients together until smooth.
Cut the steak into strips about 1/4-inch thick. Add the steak to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat a heavy cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add just enough oil to coat the base of the pan and sear the steak strips in batches for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until charred and caramelized.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or oven until pliable and lightly toasted.
In a small bowl, toss the chopped cilantro and red onion together to create a fresh topping.
To assemble, place the grilled steak on warm tortillas, top with the cilantro-onion mixture, and add a squeeze of lime juice and optional red pepper flakes for heat.
Notes
For the best results, use freshly squeezed orange and lime juice.
For a spicier twist, add a pinch of chili powder to the marinade.
Leftover steak can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and used for other meals.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 75
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
