Grilled steak tacos topped with Mexican corn are a perfect pairing for an easy summer dinner idea!
Skirt steak tacos
Taco Tuesday just got a little more exciting! Summer is my favorite season. In good weather we use the grill all summer. If you need dinner ideas to make on the grill, these Mexican-inspired grilled steak tacos topped with charred corn, cotija cheese, and lime are just the thing! Nothing beats the smoked and grilled flavor, especially when eaten outdoors! If you want some sides to go with this, why not make some quick cilantro lime rice and black beans. Other of my favorite grilled steak recipes are Grilled Steak Fajitas, Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichurri, or try these low carb Grilled Steak Tacos with Lettuce Wrap.
Steak tacos are always a winner at dinner
Taco night is definitely a favorite at my house and these Mexican inspired street tacos are a great way to take advantage of sweet summer corn. In my house, tacos are the easiest way to satisfy a house full of picky family members with different tastes. They’re also great for family members who suffer from food allergies because you can prepare a dish that will make everyone happy with a few simple steps.
- Soon! There is no need to marinate the steaks, the simple rub is perfect.
- High protein content: Each serving contains over 30 grams of protein.
- Tasty: Tender steak pairs perfectly with sweet, smoky corn for a Mexican-inspired feast.
- Great for Dietary Restrictions: These tacos are high in protein, gluten-free, and weight-watcher-friendly. If necessary, you can also prepare it without milk by skipping the cheese.
- Perfect for Entertaining: These skirt steak tacos are a crowd pleaser and simple to prepare, making them an excellent choice for your next gathering, like Father’s Day, Memorial Day, or the Fourth of July.
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Ingredients for grilled steak tacos
Here’s everything you need to make this grilled steak taco recipe. (See recipe card below for exact measurements.)
- For the Elote: Corn, light mayonnaise, coriander, chili powder, lime juice, salt.
- Skirt steak: Skirt steak is a delicious cut of beef, perfect for making steak tacos.
- Steak Seasoning: Cumin adds a smoky flavor.
- Corn tortilla they are a healthy option for gluten-free tortillas.
- Toppings for Skirt and Steak Tacos: Cheese (Cotija, queso fresco or feta), cilantro and lime wedges complete the dish.
How to make skirt steak tacos
Here are the step by step photos for these grilled steak tacos. Find full instructions in the recipe card below.
- Season the steak on both sides with salt and cumin.
- Prepare a gas or charcoal grill. Once hot, clean and oil the grates.
- Grill the corn over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until lightly thickened.
- Create the Elote: Place the corn in a bowl and cut the kernels with a large knife. Mix the remaining elote ingredients and set aside.
- How to grill steak: Raise grill temperature to high. Cook the steak for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side for medium rare, or cook longer to reach the desired temperature.
- Hot corn tortillas on grill for 30-60 seconds on each side.
- How to Cut Skirt Steak for Street Tacos: Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes. Thinly slice the meat along the grain. This means you want to cut perpendicular to the muscle fibers.
- Assembling the Tacos: Place steak in tortillas, garnish with elote, cheese and cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Variations
- Tortilla: My daughter loves corn tortillas, but if your kids don’t like them, you can use crunchy taco shells, flour tortillas, or even lettuce wraps.
- You can swap steak for chicken or shrimp (or create a combination) and grill some plain corn on the side for picky eaters. To serve, I made lots of taco toppings — cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado — and then let everyone build their own.
- Mayo: Replace the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or light sour cream, or leave it out.
- Not a fan of cilantro? Omit it or serve it on the side as a condiment for other guests.
- Sliced Beef: Replace flank steak with flank steak.
- Can’t eat cheese? Skip it.
- Tip for cooking corn: If you don’t have an outdoor grill, you can char the corn directly on the burner of a gas stove over low heat, turning frequently until completely charred. Tortillas can be reheated the same way. And, if you don’t have a gas stove, cook them in a grill pan.
What to serve with steak tacos
Below are some good side dish ideas for steak tacos:
Warehousing
Refrigerate leftover steak and corn in separate containers for 4 days.
Place the steak in the microwave until hot and prepare the tacos before eating. You can also freeze the steak for 3 months.
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Product: 4 portions
Portion: 2 tacos
Season the steaks on both sides with salt and cumin.
Heat grill over medium-high heat, clean and oil grates when hot, then grill corn, turning occasionally until lightly charred, about 10 minutes.
Transfer to a cutting board, when cool enough to handle, cut the cob and place in a medium bowl, mix with mayonnaise, coriander, chili powder, lime juice and salt. Set aside.
Increase heat to high, add steaks, and cook about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side for medium rare or longer depending on desired similarity.
Set aside on a cutting board and grill tortillas until edges are charred, about 30 to 60 seconds on each side.
Thinly slice steak along the grain, arrange on top of tortillas, top with elote, cheese, garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
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Please leave a rating and comment letting us know if you liked this recipe! This helps our business thrive and continue to provide you with free, high-quality recipes.Serve: 2 tacos, Calories: 418 kcal, Carbohydrates: 33.5 G, Protein: 31 G, Fat: 19.5 G, Saturated fat: 7.5 G, Cholesterol: 89 mg, Sodium: 738 mg, Fiber: 4.5 G, Sugar: 4 G
