DinnerApr 08, 2026

Authentic Mexican Street Tacos

Street-style tacos with tender marinated steak, fresh cilantro, onion, and a squeeze of lime on corn tortillas.

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings4
DifficultyEasy
Authentic Mexican Street Tacos

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 500g flank steak
  • Corn tortillas
  • 1/2 white onion, finely diced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges
  • Salsa verde

Instructions

1

Marinate the Steak

Rub the steak with lime juice, salt, pepper, and a touch of cumin. Let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.

2

Sear the Meat

Heat a heavy skillet or grill pan until extremely hot. Sear the steak for 3-5 minutes per side until charred on the outside and medium-rare inside.

3

Rest and Slice

Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before slicing it against the grain into very thin strips or small cubes for easy eating.

4

Prep the Toppings

Finely dice the white onion and roughly chop the fresh cilantro. Slice the limes into wedges for squeezing.

5

Warm the Tortillas

Briefly heat the corn tortillas on the skillet until they are soft and slightly charred. Keep them warm in a clean kitchen towel.

6

Assemble

Fill each tortilla with a generous portion of steak. Top with onion, cilantro, a spoonful of salsa verde, and a squeeze of fresh lime.

Nutrition Facts

Calories340 kcal
Carbohydrates22g
Protein28g
Fat16g

* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet.