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Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa Recipe

Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa Recipe

5.1 from 28 reviews

These Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a casual dinner or a festive gathering. The juicy steak paired with the tangy salsa verde and fresh toppings creates a mouthwatering taco experience that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

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Salsa Verde:

  • 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

Grilled Steak Tacos:

  • 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

  1. For the Salsa Verde: Preheat a frying pan over medium heat. Add the avocado oil and heat until shimmering. Add the tomatillos, onion, garlic and jalapeño and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are lightly charred. Add the water and cook until the tomatillos are fork-tender. Transfer to a blender along with cilantro, lime juice, oregano, salt, and avocado. Blend to desired consistency and adjust seasoning. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. For the Grilled Steak Tacos: Marinate steak in orange juice, lime juice, cilantro, spices for 1-6 hours. Grill steak and green onions until cooked. Rest steak before slicing. Warm tortillas. Assemble tacos with steak, avocado salsa, cilantro-onion mixture, and charred green onions. Serve with extra salsa and lime wedges.

Notes

  • You can customize the heat level of the salsa verde by adjusting the amount of jalapeño used.
  • If you prefer a smokier flavor, you can char the tortillas slightly before assembling the tacos.
  • Feel free to add your favorite toppings such as cheese, sour cream, or hot sauce to personalize your tacos.

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Keywords: Grilled Steak Tacos, Avocado Salsa, Mexican Tacos, Grilled Tacos, Salsa Verde