How to Make Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak for Tacos) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Arrachera, also known as Mexican skirt steak, is a marinated and grilled beef dish that is perfect for making delicious and flavorful tacos. This popular Mexican dish is a favorite among meat lovers and is known for its tender and juicy texture. The marinade used for arrachera is packed with bold flavors that infuse the steak with a mouthwatering taste that is hard to resist.

Arrachera is a staple in Mexican cuisine and is often enjoyed at family gatherings, parties, and celebrations....

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds thinly sliced skirt steaks (arrachera)
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 3 (.18 ounce) packets sazon with coriander and annatto
  • 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning (such as Goya® All-Purpose Seasoning with Cumin)
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle Mexican beer

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Place a single layer of steak in a shallow casserole dish. Sprinkle a portion of lime juice, sazón, and adobo seasoning. Top with chopped onion pieces. Repeat layers until all pieces of steak are seasoned. Pour beer over the mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, and up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-high.
  • Discard marinade. Grill steak until lightly charred on the outside but still slightly tender in the center for medium doneness, 6 to 7 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    174 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 414mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 288mg