Crispy Steak Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema Recipe

Name: Crispy Steak Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cups Mayonnaise; 1/2 cups Sour Cream; 1 whole Green Onion, Cut Into Chunks; 1/2 whole Small Jalapeno, Seeded If You'd Like To Reduce The Spice Level; 1 clove Peeled Garlic; 1 whole Lime, Zested; 1/2 whole Lime, Juiced; 1/2 cups Cilantro Leaves; Salt To Taste; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Onion Powder; 1 teaspoon Chili Powder; 1 teaspoon Paprika; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 pound Thin-cut Steak Such As Shoulder Tender, Very Cold (I Stick It In The Freezer For 10 Minutes Before Using); 1 Tablespoon Butter; Taco Shells, Lime Wedges, And Anything Else You'd Like To Build Tacos

Servings: persons

1/4 cups Mayonnaise
1/2 cups Sour Cream
1 whole Green Onion, Cut Into Chunks
1/2 whole Small Jalapeno, Seeded If You'd Like To Reduce The Spice Level
1 clove Peeled Garlic
1 whole Lime, Zested
1/2 whole Lime, Juiced
1/2 cups Cilantro Leaves
Salt To Taste
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Salt
1 pound Thin-cut Steak Such As Shoulder Tender, Very Cold (I Stick It In The Freezer For 10 Minutes Before Using)
1 Tablespoon Butter
Taco Shells, Lime Wedges, And Anything Else You'd Like To Build Tacos

1
For the crema: Combine all of the listed crema ingredients in a small blender or food processor.
2
Pulse to puree and taste.
3
Add salt or more lime juice to your taste.
4
For the tacos: Turn a large skillet to medium-high heat with the olive oil.
5
Combine all of the spices in a small bowl.
6
For the steak, very thinly slice the cold steak into strips against the grain.
7
Sprinkle with the spices and let it sit for a few minutes while the pan preheats.
8
When the pan is very hot, add the butter.
9
When the butter melts and foams, add the steak in one layer (not too close togetheryou might need to cook a few batches of meat) and let it cook for 3 minutes until the bottom is brown and crispy.
10
Flip the steak and let it cook for 2-3 minutes on the second side until the meat is crispy and nearly cooked through.
11
Remove the cooked steak to a plate.
12
Repeat with the remaining meat, if necessary.
13
Build tacos as you like with the beef and cilantro sauce.
14
Enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cups Mayonnaise, 1/2 cups Sour Cream, 1 whole Green Onion, Cut Into Chunks, 1/2 whole Small Jalapeno, Seeded If You'd Like To Reduce The Spice Level, and more.

Yes, Crispy Steak Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crispy Steak Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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