Grilled Tequila Steak Tacos
Mike Garten
Skip the cocktail and marinate steak in all the ingredients of a margarita, making them the perfect main for your Cinco de Mayo celebration. For more party ideas, see our delicious Cinco de Mayo recipes.
Yields:
4
servings
Total Time:
0
hours
25
mins
Ingredients
Fresh Lime Margaritas
3/4
c.
tequila
1/2
c.
fresh lime juice
1/2
c.
Cointreau
Grilled Tequila Steak Tacos
1/2
c.
margarita (recipe below)
2
cloves pressed garlic
1
small shallot
1
jalapeño
2
c.
cilantro
1 1/2
lb.
skirt steak
Salt and pepper
Directions
Fresh Lime Margaritas
- In medium pitcher, combine 3/4 cup tequila and 1/2 cup each fresh lime juice and Cointreau. If desired, rub rims of 4 glasses with a lime slice and dip in salt and lime zest to coat.
- Add ice and pour margarita on top. Serve with lime slices.
Grilled Tequila Steak Tacos
- In blender, puree margarita, garlic, shallot, jalapeño and cilantro until smooth.
- Transfer all but 1/4 cup to resealable plastic bag and marinate skirt steak at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour. Remove from marinade, pat dry and season with salt and pepper. Grill on medium-high to desired doneness, 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Let rest, then slice. Serve with tortillas, avocado, radishes, sour cream and reserved sauce.
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