Best Steak Taco Marinade (Tender & Bold)

A marinade recipe for steak tacos that balances acid and fat to tenderize the surface proteins and create a flavor-carrying vehicle

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time2h 10min

Servings: 4 servings Course: Main Course Cuisine: Mexican Calories: 360 kcal

Ingredients

Marinade Ingredients

⅓ cup fresh orange juice
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp dried oregano (Mexican preferred)
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp soy sauce (secret umami booster)
1 chipotle pepper in adobo (minced, optional)
1.5 lbs skirt steak, flank steak, or flat iron

Instructions

How to Make Steak Taco Marinade

Combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl or large zip-lock bag

Score the steak lightly with a fork or knife tip

Marinate the steak for 2 hours

Remove the steak from the marinade and pat completely dry with paper towels

Cook the steak over maximum heat

Rest the steak for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain

Equipment

Grill or cast iron skillet

Nutrition

Serving6 oz

Calories360 kcal

Carbohydrates7g

Protein40g

Fat18g

Saturated Fat6g

Sodium610mg

Notes

This marinade recipe is designed to balance acid and fat to tenderize the surface proteins and create a flavor-carrying vehicle. It's perfect for steak tacos and can be used on other cuts of beef as well.

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