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Best Flank Steak Tacos easy dinner recipe | lecremedelacrumb.com
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Best Flank Steak Tacos

Flank Steak Tacos are perfect for those nights when you want a flavorful, protein-packed meal without a lot of fuss. Citrus flavors and garlic, plus a little heat and a little sweet all add up to a winning recipe!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Marinating time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 8 tacos

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds flank steak
  • cup oil
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • juice of 2 limes
  • juice of 1 orange
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 6-inch flour tortillas
  • chopped cilantro, avocado, onions, and lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  • Whisk together oil, lemon juice, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, chili powder, and salt. Pour into a large ziploc bag.
  • Add steak to the bag, press out all of the excess air, and seal the bag.
  • Swish the bag around a bit to get all of the steak good and covered. Then leave the steak alone to marinate in the fridge at least 30 minutes. (You can also prepare this the night before and leave it soaking till you’re ready to grill the next day.)
  • Use tongs to transfer steak to a medium-hot preheated grill or grill pan, discard excess marinade.
  • Grill for about 8 minutes on each side or until cooked to desired doneness. (I like mine just a little pink in the middle for best flavor and ultra juicy/tender steak). When it's done, remove from grill and allow to rest for 10 minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
  • Assemble tacos with steak in the tortillas, topped with your favorite garnishes like avocado, onions, cilantro, salsa, and fresh squeezed lime juice.

Notes

Suggested toppings: chopped cilantro, avocado, onions, and lime wedges. 

Nutrition

Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 347mg | Potassium: 296mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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