Carnitas-Style Grilled Beef Tacos
- by Omaha Steaks
- Jun 13, 2020
Healthy tacos made with Omaha Steaks Flat Iron steaks marinated in fresh flavor make for a crowd-pleasing dish.
Carnitas-Style Grilled Beef Tacos
Healthy, hearty tacos are always a hit at any gathering. Omaha Steaks Flat Iron Steaks, marinated in sauce bursting with zesty flavor, are topped with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for to-die-for freshness. Tomatillo and avocado salsa combine to make the perfect garnish for this crowd-pleasing dish.
Servings: 6
Calories: 570kcal
Ingredients
- 4 Omaha Steaks Flat Iron Steaks
- 18 small corn tortillas 6 to 7-inch diameter
Toppings
- Minced white onion chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Marinade
- 1 cup prepared tomatillo salsa
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Avocado Salsa
- 1-1/2 cups prepared tomatillo salsa
- 1 large avocado diced
- 2/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup minced white onion
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Place beef steaks and marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steaks to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours.
- Remove steaks from marinade; discard marinade. Place steaks on grill over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 10 to 14 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning once.
- Meanwhile combine avocado salsa ingredients in medium bowl. Set aside.
- Place tortillas on grill. Grill until warm and slightly charred. Remove; keep warm.
- Carve steaks into slices. Serve in tortillas with avocado salsa. Top with onion, cilantro and lime wedges, as desired.
Notes
Recipe and Photo courtesy of The Beef Checkoff
Nutrition
Calories: 570kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 47g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 880mg | Fiber: 9g
