Flank Steak Tacos

Name: Flank Steak Tacos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons salt; 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 beef flank steak (about 1-1/2 pounds); 12 corn tortillas (6 inches); 1 medium onion, diced; Fresh cilantro leaves, lime wedges, guacamole

Total Time Prep: 20 min. + marinating Grill: 15 min.

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

A spicy marinade ensures these flank steak tacos are super flavorful. Served in corn tortillas with simple toppings, they make a perfect fuss-free weeknight meal.

Ingredients

2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 beef flank steak (about 1-1/2 pounds)
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1 medium onion, diced
Fresh cilantro leaves, lime wedges, guacamole

Directions

In a shallow dish, combine the first 8 ingredients. Add the steak, turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for up to 24 hours, turning once.
Drain beef, discarding any marinade. Grill flank steak, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°).
Thinly slice steak across the grain. Serve in tortillas with onion, cilantro, lime wedges and guacamole.

Nutrition Facts

2 tacos: 605 calories, 34g fat (8g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 764mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 6g fiber), 38g protein.

These flank steak tacos will set any craving right. The spicy marinade gives the meat tons of flavor, while the toppings stay simple so your tastebuds can focus on the star of the show. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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