Description
A flavorful recipe for Mexican steak tacos made with tender sirloin and bold spices, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds sirloin, chopped into cubes
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 8 corn tortillas (or any preferred type)
- 1 tub sour cream
- 1 pack cotija cheese
- 1 jar store-bought guacamole
- 1 jar store-bought salsa
- 1 jar pickled red onions
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
- Hot sauce of your choice (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the sirloin dry and chop into bite-sized cubes.
- Mix the spices, salt, and brown sugar in a bowl until well combined.
- Toss the sirloin cubes in a large bowl with vegetable oil and the spice rub until evenly coated.
- Let the marinated meat sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet for about 2 minutes.
- Sear the steak for 1-2 minutes per side or until browned, around 3-5 minutes total. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Once cooked, pile the steak on warm tortillas and add guacamole, salsa, sour cream, pickled onions, and cotija cheese.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with a variety of toppings for guests to customize their tacos. Experiment with spice levels to suit your taste.