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Advanced Grilled Street-Food Surprise Steak Tacos

Advanced Grilled Street-Food Surprise Steak Tacos

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Prep: 40 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 55 minutes
2 servings
Intermediate

About This Recipe

Grilled steak tacos on warm corn tortillas, topped with a creamy avocado-lime salsa, sauteed onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and shredded cheese. A straightforward weeknight meal with bold street-food flavors.

Surprise Steak Tacos have roots in street food culture with their quick cooking time and ability to provide sustenance on-the-go.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz steak, sirloin or flank
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 cup tomato, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1 avocado, ripe
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 garlic clove
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes
  • 1/2 cup cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a shallow dish, marinate the steak with olive oil, salt, pepper, and spices for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the steak until it reaches desired doneness. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes before thinly slicing.

  3. 3

    In a food processor, blend together the avocado, lime juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt to create a creamy salsa.

  4. 4

    Sauté onions and tomatoes in a pan until softened. Add the avocado salsa and cilantro leaves for extra flavor.

  5. 5

    Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a pan for 10-20 seconds on each side.

  6. 6

    Assemble the tacos: layer the steak slices, sautéed vegetables, avocado salsa, and shredded cheese on warm tortillas.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately, hot off the grill, and enjoy the sizzle!

Chef's Notes

Serve with a cold Mexican lager or a tangy margarita for an authentic experience.

Plating Tips

Arrange tacos on a rustic wooden board. Drizzle extra avocado salsa on top, scatter fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition (per serving)

640 kcal36g protein44g carbs49g fat10g fiber8g sugar791mg sodium

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