Grilled Steak Tacos with Smoky Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) flank steak 1 pound (450g) flank steak
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 8 small flour tortillas 8 small flour tortillas
• 1 cup (240ml) smoky chipotle sauce 1 cup (240ml) smoky chipotle sauce
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Diced onions, for garnish Diced onions, for garnish
• Lime wedges, for serving Lime wedges, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 24g, 2g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
2. 2.
   Rub the marinade all over the flank steak and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for more flavor.
3. 3.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Grill the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
5. 5.
   Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, thinly slice it against the grain.
6. 6.
   Warm the flour tortillas on the grill or stovetop.
7. 7.
   To assemble the tacos, place a few slices of grilled steak on each tortilla. Drizzle with smoky chipotle sauce.
8. 8.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and diced onions.
9. 9.
   Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Flank steak — Make sure to slice the steak against the grain to ensure tenderness.
• Smoky chipotle sauce — Adjust the amount of chipotle sauce according to your desired level of spiciness.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra smoky flavor, grill the tortillas for a few seconds on each side before assembling the tacos.
• Add a dollop of guacamole or sour cream for a creamy element.
• Experiment with different toppings such as pickled jalapenos or crumbled queso fresco.
• If you prefer a milder spice level, reduce the amount of chili powder in the marinade.
• To save time, you can use store-bought smoky chipotle sauce instead of making it from scratch.

Serving advice

Serve the Grilled Steak Tacos with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the tacos on a platter, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges. The vibrant colors of the toppings will make the dish visually appealing.