Steak and Herb Tacos

Steak and Herb Tacos photo
prep time:
25 minutes
total time:
Chill: 2 hours Grill: 14 minutes
Makes 12 tacos
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A spicy rub for the beef gives this authentic taco-stand-style taco its Southwest flavor.

ingredients

  • 1 to 1-1/2 lb. lean boneless beef top sirloin steak, 1 inch thick
  • 2 Tbsp. snipped fresh marjoram or oregano or 2 teaspoon dried marjoram or oregano, crushed
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 12 6- to 8-inch corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 4 to 6 radishes with tops, sliced
  • 1/2 cup snipped fresh cilantro
  • 8 to 10-oz queso fresco cheese, crumbled or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • Lime wedges (optional)

directions

  • 1

    1. Trim fat from beef; place in shallow dish. In bowl combine marjoram, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, cayenne pepper, and oil; spread on both sides of beef. Cover. Refrigerate 2 to 4 hours.

  • 2

    2. For charcoal grill, cook steaks on rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium coals until desired doneness, turning once halfway through grilling. Allow 14 to 18 minutes for medium-rare (145 degrees F) or 18 to 22 minutes for medium (160 degrees F). (For gas grill, preheat. Reduce heat to medium. Cook steak on grill rack over heat. Cover; grill as above.)

  • 3

    3. While beef is cooking, wrap tortillas in foil. Place on grill during last 10 minutes of grilling, turning occasionally.

  • 4

    4. Cut beef crosswise in slices or chunks. On each tortilla layer beef, tomatoes, chopped onion, radishes, and cilantro. Add crumbled cheese. Serve immediately with limes. Makes 12 tacos.

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