Copycat Street Tacos with Mango Salsa

Copycat Street Tacos with Mango Salsa

Discover this Copycat Street Tacos with Mango Salsa recipe, a delicious fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and vibrant freshness. A must-try for any taco or street food lover!

🕒 Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 15-20 minutes Total: 30-40 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Mexican, Street Food

Allergens

Soy

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 lbs beef flank steak 2. 1 cup vegetable oil 3. 1/4 cup soy sauce 4. 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 5. 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro 6. 4 cloves garlic, minced 7. 2 teaspoons ground cumin 8. 1 teaspoon salt 9. 1 teaspoon black pepper 10. 12 small corn tortillas 11. 1 large ripe mango, diced 12. 1 cup chopped red onion 13. 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped 14. 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 15. 1 tablespoon honey 16. 2 teaspoons olive oil 17. 1 lime, juiced 18. Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine soy sauce, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  2. Add beef steak and marinate for at least an hour.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
  4. Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off.
  5. Grill steak for 4 6 minutes per side until desired doneness is reached. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. In a bowl, combine mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, honey, olive oil, lime juice, and salt. Toss to mix well.
  7. Warm tortillas on grill or in a dry pan for 10 20 seconds per side.
  8. Slice steak thinly against the grain.
  9. Assemble tacos with sliced steak, mango salsa, and any desired additional toppings.

Chef’s Insight

This recipe is inspired by the famous street food classic street tacos, but takes a creative twist with the addition of mango salsa and a vibrant mix of flavors.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the mango salsa. Adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or fewer jalapeños.

Cultural or Historical Background

Street tacos have been a staple in Mexican cuisine for centuries, with each region having its unique style and ingredients. The combination of tender carne asada and crunchy tortillas, topped with fresh mango salsa, creates a perfect blend of flavors and textures.