Smokey Chipotle Steak Tacos Recipe

Name: Smokey Chipotle Steak Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon light brown sugar; ½ teaspoon dried chipotle powder; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; ⅓ cup lime juice; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 12 lbs flank steaks, cut into 5 inch strips; 12 corn tortillas; 1 red pepper; 1 yellow pepper; 1 cup guacamole; 1 cup salsa

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
½ teaspoon dried chipotle powder
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
⅓ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 12 lbs flank steaks, cut into 5 inch strips
12 corn tortillas
1 red pepper
1 yellow pepper
1 cup guacamole
1 cup salsa

1
In a ziplock bag: Mix all spices well, then stir in lime juice and vegetable oil.
2
When blended well add steak and give it a good squish to make sure the steak is well coated.
3
Marinate at room temperature for 2 hours, or preferably overnight in the fridge.
4
Prepare guacamole and salsa.
5
When ready to grill, cut peppers in half, and remove seeds.
6
Grill steak until medium rare, and peppers until they have softened and have good grill marks.
7
Let steak rest at least 10 minutes, then thinly slice.
8
Slice the peppers into strips.
9
Serve with fresh, warmed tortillas, guacamole and fresh pico de gallo, or Salsa Mexicana.

396

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 2 teaspoons sweet paprika, 1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, Smokey Chipotle Steak Tacos falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Smokey Chipotle Steak Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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