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Grilled Steak Elote Tacos

Grilled Steak Elote Tacos: A Flavorful Twist on Taco Night

Enjoy these Grilled Steak Elote Tacos in just 30 minutes, a delicious blend of grilled steak, sweet corn, and creamy toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 1 pound Flank or Skirt Steak Try chicken or turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 cup Corn Use frozen corn if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Feta or queso fresco can be delicious alternatives.
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Make sure they’re gluten-free if desired.
For the Creamy Corn Topping
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise No direct substitutes recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream No substitutes suggested.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Provides tanginess.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Optional; adjust according to your spice tolerance.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Can be omitted for those who dislike cilantro.
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Necessary for grilling the steak.
  • 1 tablespoon Dan-O’s Seasoning or DIY Mix Feel free to adjust to personal preference.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F) for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Rub the steak with olive oil and season with Dan-O’s seasoning. Let it sit while the grill heats up.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, lime juice, cilantro, and chili powder. Mix well.
  4. Grill the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time as needed.
  5. Let the steak rest for about 5 minutes, then slice against the grain into thin strips.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for approximately 30 seconds on each side.
  7. Assemble tacos by layering tortillas with steak and creamy corn mixture. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftover components in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the cooked steak separately for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.

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