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    Home » Recipes » Dinners » Tacos

    Steak Taco Recipe

    Published: Jan 29, 2016 · Modified: Mar 24, 2023 by Ang Paris · 5 Comments
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    Our steak tacos are seared in a cast iron pan, sliced against the grain and served with homemade guacamole. These Strip Steak Tacos are a great recipe for Cinco de Mayo or Taco Tuesday!
    Total Time 25 minutes
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    Our strip steak taco recipe, served with homemade guacamole is a favorite Mexican dish that you can easily make at home. They're perfect for an easy family dinner, or double it for a crowd!

    Slices of seared strip steak is piled on top of a tortilla wrap, with sour cream and guacamole topping it off for this Steak Taco Recipe.
    Flavorful cast iron skillet seared strip steak is the base for our Steak Taco Recipe.
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    I just love cooking with my cast iron skillet. It's so versatile and can even go from the stovetop to the oven in a flash if needed. Now a cast iron pan might not be the first thing you think of when I say I'm making tacos, right? But these aren't any old boring tacos, these are strip steak tacos!

    Get your pan super hot, and then don't fuss with the meat while it cooks. Searing the strip steak in the cast iron skillet means you're going to have uber flavorful meat for your tacos.  This steak taco recipe doesn't call for tons of seasoning because when you cook and slice this right, you'll get deliciously caramelized and tender pieces of meat. 

    What Kind of Steak for is Good for Tacos?

    • Strip
    • Flank
    • Skirt

    As you may know, strip steak is a very lean, very tender cut of meat.  This cut comes from a muscle that does very little work.  The less fatty the meat, the more tender it will be.  That's why I love making this steak taco recipe with strip steak, the meat is so tender! You could also use flank or skirt steaks.

    Slices of seared strip steak is piled on top of a tortilla wrap, with sour cream and guacamole topping it off for this Steak Taco Recipe. Bowls of salsa, sour cream and guacamole can be seen in the background. In the foreground, out of focus, there is a spoonful of guacamole.

    Ingredients

    • Strip Steak
    • Cilantro
    • Olive Oil
    • Jalapeno
    • Lime
    • Seasoned Salt
    • Black Pepper
    • Soft Tortillas

      Optional Toppings

      • Sour Cream
      • Shredded Cheese
      • Shredded Lettuce
      • Diced Tomatoes
      • Sliced Red Onion
      • Guacamole
      • Salsa

    If you need to feed a crowd, you can't go wrong with steak tacos.  They are a perfect main meal at your game day party or Cinco de Mayo fiesta. The best part is that everyone can customize their taco with their favorite toppings! Whip up a batch Strawberry Margaritas to round out the celebration.

    Slices of seared strip steak is piled on top of a tortilla wrap, with sour cream and guacamole topping it off for this Steak Taco Recipe. In the foreground, out of focus, there is a spoonful of guacamole.

    Equipment

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    Here is what you will need to make this easy recipe:

    • cast iron skillet
    • Santoku knife
    • cutting board
    • tongs

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    How To Cut Against the Grain:

    1. Find the direction of the grain (which way the muscle fibers of the meat are all going).
    2. Using a good knife, slice across the grain rather than parallel with it.

    Variations

    • Personally, I can't stand cilantro, so if you're like me, just omit it. Instead, make the marinade with fresh parsley.
    • For a smoky flavor, add 1 teaspoon of ground cumin to the marinade.
    • If you're a garlic lover, add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the marinade.

    Cast Iron Skillet Care

    • Season your cast iron skillet by putting on the stove over high heat until it is super hot. Carefully rub vegetable or canola oil all over the pan and then let it cool before storing.
    • Clean your pan with soap and water and then dry immediately, or re-season as needed.
    • Never let your cast iron pan soak in water because it will rust and need to be scrubbed, then re-seasoned.

    What is Cinco de Mayo?

    Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) is not Mexico's independence day as many in the US believe. It's the anniversary of The Battle of Puebla, where Mexican troops defeated the French on May 5, 1862.  (Mexico observes their independence day, or "Día de la Independencia" on September 16th because on that date in 1810, a revolt against the Spaniards began.)

    In Mexico, this minor holiday is celebrated more in the Pubela region since that's where the battle took place. Citizens in this region especially celebrate with a parade and piñatas, along with traditional food, music and dance.

    In America, of course, Cinco de Mayo has become an excuse - albeit a tasty one - to eat Mexican food like these steak tacos and drink  margaritas.  Interestingly enough, tequila is not the most popular drink in Mexico - it's actually agua fresco.

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    Serving Suggestions

    Add Mr. Juggling Act's favorite Homemade Guacamole to this Steak Taco Recipe - it's like heaven on a plate!

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    Steak Tacos

    Strip Steak Tacos with Guacamole

    Strip Steak Tacos

    Our steak tacos are seared in a cast iron pan, sliced against the grain and served with homemade guacamole. These Strip Steak Tacos are a great recipe for Cinco de Mayo or Taco Tuesday!
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican-American
    Keyword: strip steak tacos
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 7 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Ang Paris

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    Equipment

    • cast iron skillet
    • Santoku Knife
    • Cutting Board
    • Tongs

    Ingredients

    • 1-2 Strip steak 16 oz total
    • ⅓ cup Cilantro chopped (substitute parsley if you prefer)
    • 2 tablespoon  Olive oil
    • 1 Jalapeno seeds removed and finely chopped
    • 2 Limes juiced
    • 1-2 teaspoons Seasoned Salt
    • Black pepper to taste
    • Condiments such as Sour cream shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, guacamole

    Instructions

    • Directions
    • 1. Be sure the meat is at room temperature before you begin
    • 2. In a small bowl, combine the cilantro, oil, lime juice, and jalapeno
    • 3. Season the steak with seasoned salt and pepper
    • 4. On a plate, cover the steak on both side with the cilantro marinade. Let sit for 10 minutes
    • 5. In a cast iron skillet, place a tiny bit of oil, and heat the pan very hot
    • 6. Place the steak in the pan and do not move it for 3 ½ minutes. Flip the steak and cook for another 3 ½ minutes.
    • 7. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes.
    • 8. Slice the steak in thin slices on the diagonal against the grain. Lay in the center of a tortilla and garnish with preferred toppings.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Serve with homemade guacamole and other and desired toppings such as tomatoes, sour cream, red onion, guacamole, etc.

    For best results, be sure to check our Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help your delicious recipe come out perfectly.

    Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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    1. Alison's Wonderland Recipes says

      March 02, 2016 at 1:48 pm

      This looks SO good. Totally pinning for later! 🙂

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        March 03, 2016 at 10:31 am

        Thanks so much!

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    2. Walking on Sunshine Recipes says

      April 29, 2016 at 11:02 am

      Love steak and these tacos look delicious! Thanks for joining our Delicious Dishes Recipe Party this week! Hope to see you again next Tuesday!

      Reply
    3. Jessica says

      April 30, 2016 at 8:28 pm

      This sounds and looks delicious! Thanks for sharing at Tips & Tricks Link Party!

      Reply
    4. Maria says

      May 24, 2017 at 12:27 am

      Your recipes look delicious! Summer around the corner, Grilling and salsas, tex-mex tacos and ice-cold drinks are the way to go. Love your website. Following you on Pinterest. : -)

      Reply

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