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Steak Tacos with Creamy Mexican Street Corn

Grilled Steak Tacos with Creamy Corn

A delicious blend of marinated flank steak and creamy Mexican street corn, served in warm corn tortillas.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak Ingredients
  • 1 pound Flank steak Rich in flavor and tender when grilled.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For marinating the steak.
  • 2 teaspoons Chili powder Adds spice and flavor to the marinade.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Adds depth to the marinade.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning the steak.
  • 8 small Corn tortillas For serving the tacos.
Creamy Corn Ingredients
  • 2 cups Corn kernels Fresh or frozen, for the creamy topping.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess to the corn.
  • 1/4 cup Sour cream For a tangy flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese Crumbled, for a salty and creamy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder For seasoning the creamy corn.
  • 1 lime Juiced Adds acidity to the corn mixture.
  • to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish.

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer
  • Tortilla warmer

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Rub the marinade all over the flank steak, ensuring it is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. If using fresh corn, grill or boil it until tender. If using frozen corn, cook according to package instructions.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime juice. Stir until well mixed and set aside.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated flank steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
  6. Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  7. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side.
  8. Assemble the tacos by placing a few slices of steak on each tortilla and topping with the creamy corn mixture. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

These tacos are perfect for gatherings and can be customized with various toppings.