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Alexander Volkanovski
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Steak Tacos

Cultural Context

Steak tacos are a popular street food in Mexico, often enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They reflect the country's rich culinary heritage, combining simple ingredients with bold flavors. The dish showcases the use of fresh herbs and spices, typical of Mexican cuisine, and is often served with various salsas to enhance the taste.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb steak
1 medium onion
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
2 limes
1 cup salsa
2 jalapenos
1 cup shredded cheese
8 corn tortillas

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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.

1

Prepare the steak by letting it come to room temperature.

2

Grill the steak for 1 to 2 minutes depending on grill heat.

3

Let the steak rest wrapped to keep warm and retain juices.

4

Chop onions and capsicums, then sauté them until softened.

5

Mash avocado with lime juice and cilantro to make guacamole.

6

Slice the rested steak against the grain.

7

Assemble the tacos using corn tortillas, adding sliced steak, sautéed onions, and guacamole.

8

Top with a little salsa and jalapenos as desired.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Tacos de Bistec
Local Name: tacos de carne asada

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