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Chipotle Lime Steak Tacos

Cultural Context

Chipotle Lime Steak Tacos are a vibrant dish rooted in Mexican cuisine, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. The combination of marinated steak with fresh toppings in soft tortillas reflects the rich flavors and traditions of Mexican street food. Today, these tacos have gained popularity worldwide, with many variations adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb skirt steak
3 cloves garlic
2 limes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 medium onion
2 cloves
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 avocado
4 oz queso fresco
8 corn tortillas
1/2 cup cilantro

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

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1

Use a gallon-sized zip bag for marinating.

2

Grate garlic into the zip bag instead of chopping it.

3

Zest and juice fresh limes into the marinade.

4

Add salt, freshly ground black pepper, and vegetable or olive oil to the marinade.

5

Chop chipotles in adobo sauce and add to the marinade.

6

Cut skirt steak into 4 to 6 inch pieces to fit in the bag.

7

Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the steak for even flavor.

8

Let the steak marinate for 10 to 15 minutes while preparing toppings.

9

Slice onion and use a mandolin for even slices.

10

Add lime juice, zest, and salt to the sliced onions in a bowl.

11

Add a pinch of cloves to the onions and toss to combine.

12

Prepare lime crema by mixing half a cup of mayonnaise with two teaspoons of ground cumin and salt.

13

Whisk in lime juice to the mayo mixture until smooth.

14

Heat a pan until hot before adding the marinated steak.

15

Cook steak for 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium rare doneness.

16

Let the steak rest before slicing against the grain for tenderness.

17

Slice avocado and lime for topping.

18

Use a spoon to scoop out the avocado flesh.

19

Crumble queso fresco with a fork for topping.

20

Warm corn tortillas in a skillet before assembling tacos.

21

Spread lime crema on the tortilla, add sliced steak, avocado, pickled onions, queso fresco, and cilantro to finish.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Tacos de Carne Asada
Local Name: Tacos de bistec con chipotle y limón

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