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    Home » Recipes » Taco and Burrito

    Easy Steak Tacos

    Published by Rodney on February 27, 2023 - Jump to Recipe - 1 Comment

    steak tacos
    These Steak Tacos have become my new favorite. Super easy to make with flat iron steak and a delicious Pomegranate marinade.
    easy steak tacos

    I love this Steak Taco recipe. Super easy to make but you have to give the steak time to marinate in the pomegranate marinade.

    flat iron steak in skillet

    You can use 3 different kinds of meat for this taco recipe. A flat iron steak, skirt steak, or flank steak. They are very similar in nature and cook to the same internal temperature.

    easy steak tacos

    🌮 How to Soften Tortillas

    When the time comes to warm up your tortillas, you have a few options. You can wrap the tortillas in foil and bake them for 10 minutes at 350°F.

    You can also put them in a non-stick pan to heat both sides of the tortilla (this is how I usually do it), heat them over an open flame, or if you must, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave them for about 30 seconds.

    easy steak tacos

    It is critical to let the meat marinate for as long as possible. This will help tenderize the meat. You don't want to have tough chewy steak in your tacos!

    🌮 How many Tacos per Person

    For planning purposes, you should plan for two tacos per person. Each taco will have approximately 2 ounces of meat plus toppings. For reference, one pound of ground beef will yield about 14 ounces once cooked.

    easy steak tacos

    For more great recipes made with Steak, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • spicy flank steak quesadillas
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    • carne asada tacos
      Easy Carne Asada
    • Dr. Pepper Flank Steak Tacos
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    • Instant Pot Cheesesteak Sandwiches
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    📋 Gather your Ingredients

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Steak Tacos recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Flat Iron Steak, Corn or Flour Tortillas, Pomegranate Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Olive Oil, Garlic Cloves, Fresh Jalapeño, Fresh Cilantro and Kosher Salt.

    Optional toppings for your tacos includes: Avocado Cotija Cheese Fresh Cilantro, Salsa Verde, Sour Cream and Red Onions.

    🥣 How to make Steak Tacos

    Add the flat iron steak to a 1 gallon freezer bag.
    In a bowl, combine the pomegranate juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro and salt. Pour the marinade into the bag with the steak. Marinate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.
    Heat the grill or a skillet over high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade. Grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side for medium rare, 130°F internal temperature or 145°F internal temperature for medium.
    Remove the meat to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
    Heat the tortillas using your preferred method.
    Thinly slice the steak against the grain. Divide the slices among the tortillas. Top with your favorite toppings.

    📖 Recipe

    steak tacos

    Easy Steak Tacos

    These Steak Tacos have become my new favorite. Super easy to make with flat iron steak and a delicious Pomegranate marinade.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep TimePrep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook TimeCook Time 10 minutes mins
    Marinate Time 6 hours hrs
    Total TimeTotal Time 6 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican
    Author Rodney
    Servings 16 tacos
    Calories 129 kcal

    Equipment

    • BBQ / Grill (or skillet)
    • Bowl for Mixing

    Ingredients
     

    Tacos

    • 1 lb Flat Iron Steak, or skirt steak or flank steak
    • 16 Corn Tortillas, or flour

    Marinade

    • ⅔ cups Pomegranate Juice
    • 1 ½ tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
    • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
    • 3 Garlic Cloves, pressed
    • 1 Fresh Jalapeño, diced
    • ¼ Cup Fresh Cilantro
    • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt

    Toppings (optional)

    • Avocado
    • Cotija Cheese
    • Fresh Cilantro, chopped
    • Salsa Verde
    • Sour Cream
    • Red Onion, sliced

    Instructions
     

    • Add the flat iron steak to a 1 gallon freezer bag.
    • In a bowl, combine the pomegranate juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro and salt. Pour the marinade into the bag with the steak. Marinate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.
    • Heat the grill or a skillet over high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade. Grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side for medium rare, 130°F internal temperature or 145°F internal temperature for medium.
    • Remove the meat to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
    • Heat the tortillas using your preferred method.
    • Thinly slice the steak against the grain. Divide the slices among the tortillas. Top with your favorite toppings.

    Notes

    When the time comes to warm up your tortillas, you have a few options. You can wrap the tortillas in foil and bake them for 10 minutes at 350°F. You can also put them in a non-stick pan to heat both sides of the tortilla (this is how I usually do it), heat them over an open flame, or if you must, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave them for about 30 seconds.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 129kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 179mgPotassium: 166mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 28IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1. Marcie

      June 23, 2023 at 5:04 pm

      I love Steak Tacos. This recipe is my number one recipe for tacos. Very delicious.

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