How to Make Grilled Skirt Steak Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled Skirt Steak Tacos are a mouthwatering delight that perfectly captures the flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine. This recipe features tender, juicy skirt steak that is marinated and grilled to perfection, then nestled into warm, soft tortillas and topped with an array of fresh and zesty toppings. The result is a taco that is bursting with flavor and sure to become a family favorite.

Skirt steak is an ideal choice for tacos due to its rich, beefy flavor and tender texture. When ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 3 limes, juiced
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 teaspoons dark brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 pound skirt steak, fat removed and flattened to 1/8-inch thickness
  • 4 corn tortillas

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 tacos

  • Combine onion, cilantro, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, oregano, red pepper flakes, and garlic in a large bowl.
  • Place steak in a baking pan and pour marinade on top. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill steak 2 to 4 minutes per side, to desired doneness. Allow meat to rest 5 to 10 minutes before slicing against the grain into 1/4-inch slices.
  • Add meat to tortillas and top with your favorite toppings.
  • Nutrition

    270 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 946mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 66mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 391mg