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Grilled Steak Tacos

Quick grilled steak tacos with charred corn tortillas, pickled red onions, and a squeeze of lime. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
28g
Grilled Steak Tacos
casualweeknightMexicandairy-free optionbeefcharredcrispygame day

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 2 whole lime
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup salsa

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the 1 lb flank steak with salt and pepper. Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat until smoking, about 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, until nicely charred and internal temperature reaches 130°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.

  3. 3

    While the steak rests, thinly slice the 1 red onion and toss with the juice of 1 lime and a pinch of salt. Let sit for 5 minutes to quick-pickle.

  4. 4

    Warm the 8 corn tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side, until soft and lightly charred.

  5. 5

    Fill each tortilla with sliced steak, pickled onions, a dollop of the 0.5 cup sour cream, and a spoonful of the 0.5 cup salsa. Serve with the remaining lime cut into wedges.

Tools you’ll need

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

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