How to Make Arrachera (Skirt Steak Taco Filling) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Arrachera, a flavorful and juicy skirt steak taco filling, is a staple in Mexican cuisine. This marinated and grilled beef dish is a popular option for tacos, burritos, and fajitas, providing a delicious and satisfying meal for any occasion.

The key to a successful arrachera recipe lies in the marinade. The marinade infuses the meat with a combination of flavors that enhance the natural rich taste of the skirt steak. Typically, the marinade includes a mixture of citrus, garlic, onions,...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds skirt steak, pounded flat
  • 10 (.18 ounce) packets sazon seasoning with coriander and achiote, such as Goya®
  • 1 tablespoon white pepper
  • ½ (12 fluid ounce) bottle Mexican beer (such as Corona®)

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 14 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 19 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Sprinkle each piece of skirt steak with the sazon and white pepper. Stack the seasoned steaks in a deep dish as you season them. Pour the beer over the steaks. Cover the dish and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove the steaks from the dish and discard the marinade.
  • Cook the skirt steaks on the prepared grill until they are very firm, hot, and gray in the center, 7 to 10 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    150 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 1286mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 225mg