Description
Juicy grilled flank steak tacos topped with chimichurri, pico de gallo, and pickled onions—flavor-packed and perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
For the Steak Marinade:
⅓ cup fresh orange juice
¼ cup fresh lime juice
⅓ cup soy sauce
⅓ cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup chopped cilantro (stems included)
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp ground coriander
½ tsp chili powder
Optional: 1–3 tsp adobo sauce (from canned chipotles)
For the Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce:
1 bunch cilantro (about 1 cup packed)
1 bunch Italian parsley (about 1 cup packed)
¼ cup fresh lime juice
½ cup olive oil (adjust as needed)
¼ cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
¾ tsp kosher salt
½ jalapeño pepper (adjust to taste)
For the Tacos:
1.5 to 2 lbs flank or skirt steak
16 small corn tortillas (4-inch)
Pickled red onions or radishes
Fresh lime wedges
For the Pico de Gallo:
4 ripe tomatoes, diced
¼ cup finely chopped onion
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
¼ cup chopped cilantro
Salt to taste
Instructions
Marinate the Steak:
Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.
Pour over steak in a resealable bag or dish. Refrigerate for 30 mins to 2 hrs.
Make the Chimichurri Sauce:
Blend all ingredients in a food processor until finely chopped (not pureed).
Adjust oil for preferred consistency. Set aside.
Prepare Pico de Gallo:
Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Season with salt. Let sit for 15 mins.
Grill the Steak:
Bring steak to room temperature. Preheat grill to medium-high.
Grill 5–7 mins per side for medium-rare. Rest 10 mins before slicing thinly against the grain.
Warm the Tortillas:
Heat on grill or stovetop until warm and slightly charred. Keep wrapped in towel.
Assemble the Tacos:
Layer steak slices in tortillas.
Top with chimichurri, pico de gallo, and pickled onions or radishes.
Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Skirt steak works just as well if flank isn’t available.
- You can make the chimichurri and pico a day ahead for convenience.
- Add cotija cheese or avocado for extra flair!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Latin American
