Description
These Marinated Mojo Steak Tacos with Quick Guacamole offer a flavorful, easy-to-make meal perfect for taco night. The steak is marinated in a vibrant citrus and garlic mojo marinade, then pan-seared to juicy perfection. Served with quick guacamole, fresh onions, cilantro, and lime wedges inside warm tortillas, these tacos bring a fresh, zesty, and savory taste that’s sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
- ⅓ cup fresh orange juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 8-12 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or a fresh habanero)
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Steak
- 2 – 2½ pounds skirt or flank steak
To Serve
- Tortillas
- Quick guacamole (see notes for recipe)
- Chopped onions
- Lime wedges
- Chopped cilantro
- Additional toppings as desired
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large shallow bowl, combine fresh lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Stir well, then taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Marinate the steak: Coat the skirt or flank steak evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 24 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature.
- Cook the steak: Heat a large cast iron skillet or heavy pan over high heat for a couple of minutes until very hot. Place the marinated steak in the pan and cook for about 3-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness. Four minutes per side typically yields medium doneness. If the pan becomes too hot, reduce to medium-high heat. Remove the steak and let it rest, tented with foil, for several minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Slice the steak: Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain. If dicing, cut at an angle to ensure tenderness in the meat cubes.
- Assemble the tacos: Warm the tortillas, spread with quick guacamole, top with the sliced or diced steak, chopped onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Add any additional desired toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- For quick guacamole: mash ripe avocados with lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro. Optionally add diced onions, jalapeños, and tomatoes.
- Feel free to customize your tacos with your favorite toppings such as radishes, salsa, or cheese.
- This mojo marinade is also great for serving steak over rice bowls instead of tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco with steak and guacamole
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
