Description
Grilled Elote Steak Tacos are a vibrant fusion of smoky grilled steak, sweet corn, and zesty lime that creates a fiesta of flavors in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, these tacos are easy to prepare and will quickly become a favorite for any taco lover. With fresh ingredients and simple steps, impress your friends and family with this unforgettable dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank or skirt steak
- 2 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 8 warm corn tortillas
- Juice of 2 limes (about 4 tbsp)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup Mexican crema
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, mix lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Coat steak thoroughly in marinade; let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Prep the Corn: Grill or char corn until golden brown (10-15 minutes).
- Grill the Steak: Preheat grill to medium-high heat; grill marinated steak for 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- Slice & Assemble: Let steak rest before slicing against the grain into thin strips. Warm tortillas briefly on the grill; fill with sliced steak, grilled corn kernels, cilantro, and drizzle with Mexican crema.
- Squeeze Lime & Serve: Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and enjoy warm!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 190g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg