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Authentic Mexican Steak Tacos

January 13, 2014 by Evelyn 29 Comments

Make these Mexican Steak Tacos with our marinade recipe for flank steak tacos. This is a California style carne asada tacos recipe that makes authentic Mexican Tacos.

 
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Tacos can be made in so many ways usually depending on what part of the country you live in.  For instance, in Texas, most beef tacos are made with ground beef but in California, they are made with marinated steak.  My daughter, Kristi has an awesome marinade that is easy and made with ingredients you probably have in your pantry and it makes the best flank steak tacos. 
 
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Add some awesome toppings and you will think these Mexican Steak Tacos came from your favorite California taco stand.  

How to Make Authentic Mexican Tacos:

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Steak Tacos Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 3 lbs. of flank steak or thinly sliced steak
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • lettuce, sliced
  • tomato, chopped
  • guacamole or avocado slices
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 6 oz grated jack or cheddar cheese
  • sour cream, optional
  • salsa, optional

 

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Add the olive oil and the vinegar in a small bowl or in a glass 2 cup measuring cup.  Measure out and add the sugar, oregano, chili powder.       
 

 

Mix in the salt and pepper and stir until very well blended.

 

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 Place the steak in a marinade container or a large plastic storage bag and pour in the marinade mixture. Then seal and place the bag inside a bowl to avoid leakage and chill in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours.

 

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Remove the marinated steak from the fridge and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.  Heat your grill or cast-iron grill skillet and cook steak until it’s med-rare or to your desired doneness.    Remove, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes.
 

 

Place steak on cutting board then slice into thin strips against the grain.  When the meat is sliced against the grain it makes a more tender filling for these Mexican Steak Tacos.  

 

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Meanwhile, heat up your comal or cast-iron skillet and heat the tortillas so they are a little browned but not crisp.   Place in a tortilla keeper to stay warm. 
 
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 Serve by filling the tortillas with the steak pieces, lettuce, tomato, green onion, avocado or guacamole or salsa.   Or top these with  Guacamole or Pico de Gallo.

 

If you enjoy these Mexican Steak Tacos then try these other Mexican Dishes:

  • Taco Salad
  • Baja Fish Tacos
  • Chicken Green Enchilada Casserole
 

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Print Recipe
5 from 16 votes

Authentic Mexican Steak Tacos

Make these Mexican Steak Tacos with our marinade recipe for flank steak tacos. This California style carne asada tacos recipe makes authentic Mexican Tacos.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Resting time4 hrs
Total Time4 hrs 25 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Authentic Steak Tacos, Flank Steak Tacos, Mexican Steak Tacos, Steak tacos
Servings: 6
Calories: 600kcal
Author: Evelyn

Equipment

  • comal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 3 lbs. flank steak or thinly sliced steak
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • lettuce sliced
  • tomato chopped
  • avocado slices
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 6 oz grated jack cheese or cheddar
  • sour cream optional
  • salsa optional
  • Guacamole optional

Instructions

  • Add the olive oil and the vinegar in a small bowl or in a glass 2 cup measuring cup.  Measure out and add sugar, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • Place the steak in a marinade container or a large plastic storage bag and pour in the marinade mixture. Place the bag inside a bowl to avoid leakage and place in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours.
  • Remove the marinated steak from the fridge and let come to room temperature. (about 30 minutes).
  • Heat your grill or grilling cast-iron skillet and grill steak until it’s med-rare or to your desired doneness.  Remove, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes then slice the steak into thin strips, slicing against the grain.
  • Meanwhile, heat up your comal or cast-iron skillet and heat the tortillas so they are a little browned but not crisp.   Place in a tortilla keeper to stay warm. 
  • Serve by filling the tortillas with the steak pieces, lettuce, tomato, green onion, avocado or guacamole or salsa. 

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 549mg | Potassium: 918mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 327IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 5mg

 

 

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Comments

  1. Diane

    January 13, 2014 at 12:45 pm

    It's so pretty. I would make these

    Reply
  2. Joy

    January 13, 2014 at 1:23 pm

    Evelyn, I have to make these with Kristi's Steak Tacos! How gorgeous are they!

    Reply
  3. Gina

    January 13, 2014 at 2:08 pm

    5 stars
    I love the recipe your steak tacos!

    Reply
  4. Jennifer

    January 13, 2014 at 8:49 pm

    I totally wish to try these tacos!

    Reply
  5. Alison

    January 13, 2014 at 9:39 pm

    This tacos look amazing!

    Reply
  6. Wanda

    January 13, 2014 at 9:54 pm

    Evelyn,
    This Taco looks delicious, I love taco's. I could really eat one right now!

    Reply
  7. Sunny

    January 14, 2014 at 7:30 am

    Hey Evelyn;
    Kristi's Taco Recipe looks so Yummy!!! I honestly can not wait to try it!!

    Reply
  8. Susan

    January 14, 2014 at 9:43 am

    5 stars
    Gosh, these are so good in so ways!

    Reply
  9. Cindy

    January 14, 2014 at 3:12 pm

    5 stars
    Loving these steak tacos!

    Reply
  10. Emily

    January 14, 2014 at 4:17 pm

    These sound great!

    Reply
  11. Nettie

    January 14, 2014 at 7:27 pm

    5 stars
    These steak tacos are making my mouth water so much (and I just ate lunch)!!

    Reply
  12. Deb

    January 14, 2014 at 10:54 pm

    I think I would start with something involving tortillas… See what you did there? 🙂

    Reply
  13. Michelle

    January 16, 2014 at 2:44 am

    I agree with Joy. I wouldn't be able to pass up these steak tacos. Mercy, they look so dang good!
    Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  14. BlessieNelson

    January 16, 2014 at 5:52 am

    I would make braised lamb chops on them with veggie seasonings!

    Reply
  15. katsby

    January 16, 2014 at 5:51 pm

    This would be great for chicken fajitas

    Reply
  16. Karen Delaney

    January 16, 2014 at 6:27 pm

    Think I'd make a pizza

    Reply
  17. Cathy Trochelman

    January 17, 2014 at 1:30 pm

    These tacos look awesome, Evelyn! Saw them over at Creativity Unleashed!

    Reply
  18. Tabitha

    January 17, 2014 at 7:26 pm

    5 stars
    These are so yummy!

    Reply
  19. Katherines Corner

    January 20, 2014 at 12:57 pm

    I featured this yumminess at Katherines corner today xoxox P.S. If I won I would use it for pancakes..and so much more. Thank you for the giveaway opportunity 🙂

    Reply
  20. ReDo It Yourself Inspirations

    January 20, 2014 at 4:05 pm

    Oh, how this griddle would be fabulous for Quesadillas! Thank you for the taco recipe.

    Reply
  21. Melissa @ My Recent Favorite Books

    January 20, 2014 at 5:18 pm

    5 stars
    Your Steak Tacos sound wonderful!

    Reply
  22. Kitty Iecvan

    January 23, 2014 at 3:27 am

    I'd love to cook some veggie fajitas on it!

    Reply
  23. missy

    January 23, 2014 at 6:04 am

    I would love to try these tacos.

    Reply
  24. Ann Krause

    January 25, 2014 at 2:25 am

    Your tacos look scrumptious …

    Reply
  25. sheri

    January 25, 2014 at 1:36 pm

    I would love those tacos right now

    Reply
  26. Kim

    January 25, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    your tacos look delicious! yum!

    Reply
  27. Theresa

    January 25, 2014 at 2:06 pm

    This looks like a phenomenal grill the possibilities are endless!

    Reply
  28. Lori

    January 25, 2014 at 4:42 pm

    5 stars
    The tacos look divine, if I won I'd be making these! 😀

    Reply
  29. Jamie

    June 16, 2015 at 4:04 pm

    5 stars
    Tacos are like the most perfect food ever. Maybe I am biased because I love them so much! 😉 Kristi's taco sound awesome!

    Reply

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