Tacos With Flank Steak

These Flank Steak Tacos, infused with smoky spice and crowned with roasted red pepper and onion, make an ideal family meal that's sure to satisfy everyone.

When the sun starts shining, there's nothing quite like a just-grilled taco. If your taco visions involve ground beef, cheddar, and lettuce, get ready for something special. My speedy spice blend bursts with flavor and needs just minutes to prep, resulting in incredibly tasty Flank Steak Tacos. Don't have grilling weather? No problem—these can easily be made in the oven!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon cumin
• ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 large onion (sliced)
• 1 large red pepper (sliced)
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pinch salt and pepper
• white corn tortillas
• fresh cilantro (optional)
• pico de gallo (optional)
• guacamole (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the dry rub by whisking all the spices in a small bowl. Massage this spice blend thoroughly onto both sides of the flank steak and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, coat onion and pepper slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Take two large sheets of aluminum foil and overlap them to create a sizable square. Arrange peppers and onions in the center, creating a sealed pouch for grilling or oven use.

Preheat the grill to medium-high or set the oven to broil. When ready, place the flank steak and veggie pouch onto the grill or into the oven. For a medium-rare cook, grill the steak for about 4 minutes per side, flipping it once. Cook the veggies for 10 minutes, flipping them halfway.

Wrap corn tortillas in foil and seal them before placing them on the grill during the last minute to warm. Alternatively, warm them on the stove.

Assemble the tacos by layering sliced flank steak, peppers, onions, and your choice of toppings. (I prepared a quick pico de gallo and guacamole for mine.)

HOW TO MAKE FLANK STEAK TACOS

Begin your journey to flavorful flank steak tacos by crafting your spice blend.

In a sufficiently large dish to accommodate most of the steak, combine the cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, coriander, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and pepper.

Blend all the spices thoroughly to create your dry rub, and start heating up your grill or broiler to a medium-high temperature.

Next, ensure you evenly coat both sides of the steak, allowing it to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes. Then, grill each side for approximately 4 minutes for a medium-rare cook or until it reaches your preferred level of doneness.

Following that, take your sliced onion and red pepper, drizzle them with olive oil, and season them with salt and pepper. Wrap them snugly in tin foil, creating a packet, and place it on the grill for approximately 10 minutes.

After taking the steak off the grill or out of the oven, allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.

Take out the veggies—they'll have a delightful hint of caramelization and amazing flavor. Warm your tortillas on the grill for about a minute or use the stove to heat them up.

It's time to build your tacos! Grab the warmed tortillas and layer on the steak, grilled veggies, and any toppings you prefer.

Give them a final touch with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and some cilantro, then savor your delicious Flank Steak Tacos!

CHANGE IT UP

Switch up the protein! Try skirt or flat iron steak instead. If red meat isn't your preference, use this rub on chicken breasts or thighs.

Experiment with toppings! Create pico de gallo or salsa; mash avocados for guacamole. Want a kick? Sprinkle in some sliced jalapeño.

Commonly Asked Questions:

HOW SHOULD I SLICE FLANK STEAK FOR TACOS?

• Slice it thinly against the grain. To determine the grain direction, observe the steak and note the alignment of the muscle fibers.

WHICH IS BETTER FOR TACOS, FLANK STEAK, OR SKIRT STEAK?

• Both work well, but flank steak tends to be leaner and less chewy compared to skirt steak, making it a favorable choice.

WHAT DOES BROILING MEAN?

• Broiling is akin to indoor grilling. By setting your oven to broil (typically with low or high settings), it applies direct heat from the top. Just as you'd flip meat on a grill, remember to flip your food halfway through broiling.

HOW SHOULD I STORE LEFTOVER FLANK STEAK TACOS?

• Store the ingredients separately in airtight containers. You can store any remaining portions in the refrigerator for a maximum of three days.

Notes

Good source of Vitamin C

---

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 13.2gProtein: 28gFat: 10.3gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 56mgFiber: 1.9g