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Jalapeno Lime Steak Tacos
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Jalapeno Lime Steak Tacos

Jalapeno Lime Steak Tacos are an easy and delicious way to make quick steak tacos. Lime juice tenderizes and jalapeno gives that spicy kick!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Steak Tacos, Tacos
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 People

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. Sirloin Steak Sliced into very thin strips.
  • 1/3 cup Lime Juice
  • 1/3 cup Cilantro Finely chopped
  • 1 Jalapeno Finely chopped, remove ribs and seeds if you don't want the heat
  • 3 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Whisk together lime juice, cilantro, jalapeno, garlic and olive oil.
  • Slice steak into very thin strips. Evenly and generously season with salt and pepper. Make sure you use a very sharp knife for this.
  • Place the steak and the marinade in a glass container with a lid and toss the marinade with the steak. Allow it to marinate on the counter for 30 minutes or in the fridge for up to 6 hours. I wouldn't go beyond 6 hours because the lime juice will actually start to cook the meat. This is a quick marinade. More is not necessarily better in this case.
  • When you're ready to cook them heat a cast iron skillet or griddle to medium high heat. Drizzle in a tiny bit of oil just to coat the pan.  Add the steak in small batches. Making sure to shake off the excess marinade. If you add it all at once you'll end up steaming the meat instead of browning it. Allow it to cook for about 1 minute per side and then set it off to the side on a plate and do the next batch.
  • Warm up some flour or corn tortillas (your choice) and serve with your favorite taco toppings. We like guacamole, queso fresco cheese, cilantro and extra jalapeno. To keep it simple, get your items at the store. There are so many yummy options so just use what you like.

Notes

You could replace the steak with chicken if desired. All the instructions are the same.