Taqueria-Style Tacos de Bistec: Homemade Mexican Steak Tacos

steak

🥗Healthier: lean cuts of beef

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Lean cuts provide less fat, while ground beef is often more affordable.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole grain tortillas offer more fiber, while flour tortillas can be cheaper.

avocado

🥗Healthier: guacamole

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Guacamole is nutritious, while sour cream can be a budget-friendly alternative.

Prepare the beef chuck steak by seasoning it with smoked paprika, ground ancho chile, ground onion, ground garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper.

Heat avocado oil and pork lard in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear the seasoned steak until browned on both sides and cooked to your desired doneness.

Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest before slicing it thinly against the grain.

In the same skillet, add sliced onions and sauté until browned and caramelized.

Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet until pliable.

Assemble the tacos by placing sliced steak on each tortilla, topped with sautéed onions, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Add avocado and any additional condiments like salsa or pickled jalapeños as desired.

Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

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