Description
Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion from family dinners to summer barbecues. These tacos are a delightful combination of smoky, juicy steak topped with a creamy and vibrant avocado salsa that bursts with flavor in every bite. The marinade infuses the meat with rich spices while the fresh ingredients create a light yet satisfying meal. With easy preparation steps and customizable toppings, these tacos are not only delicious but also adaptable to your taste. Whip them up in under an hour and enjoy a flavor-packed culinary experience that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 pound tomatillos (husks peeled and rinsed well)
- ½ yellow onion (sliced in half)
- 2 cloves garlic (skins peeled)
- 1 jalapeño (sliced in half, seeds removed for mild heat)
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime (around 2 tablespoons, plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon dry oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 16 ounces skirt steak (cut into 6-inch sections; substitute flap steak or flank steak)
- Juice of 1 orange (around ¼ cup)
- Juice of 1 large lime (around 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro (divided in half)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dry oregano
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 6 green onions
- 6 corn tortillas
- ¼ cup finely chopped white onion (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing avocado oil, orange juice, lime juice, paprika, salt, onion powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, oregano, and half of the chopped cilantro in a bowl.
- Marinate skirt steak for at least 15 minutes or up to an hour.
- For the avocado salsa, blend tomatillos, onion, garlic, jalapeño, water, cilantro, lime juice, oregano, and salt until slightly chunky.
- Grill the marinated steak over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until desired doneness is achieved.
- Warm corn tortillas on the grill for about 1 minute on each side.
- Slice grilled steak against the grain and assemble tacos with steak strips topped with avocado salsa and chopped onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Use fresh ingredients for best results. Customize spice levels by adjusting jalapeño in your salsa.