Description
Authentic Mexican street tacos featuring juicy, seasoned flank steak or chicken, served on warm corn tortillas with fresh onion, cilantro, and lime wedges. This simple yet flavorful recipe makes the perfect quick and delicious dinner or taco night meal.
Ingredients
Meat and Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak or chicken, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings and Serving
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 small onion, diced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Seasoning Mixture: In a bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
- Marinate the Meat: Coat the sliced flank steak or chicken evenly with the seasoning mixture, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
- Cook the Meat: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat or preheat a grill. Cook the seasoned meat until it is fully cooked through and develops a slight char, approximately 6-8 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- Assemble Tacos: Place cooked meat on each warmed tortilla, and top generously with diced onion and chopped cilantro.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side to squeeze over for a fresh, tangy finish.
Notes
- Add sliced avocado or your favorite salsa to the tacos for an extra hit of flavor.
- Using double tortillas helps to make the tacos sturdier and less likely to break during eating.
- These tacos are best enjoyed immediately after assembly to maintain the perfect texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
