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Grilled Steak Elote Tacos

Grilled Steak Elote Tacos: A Summer Flavor Explosion

Experience a flavor explosion with Grilled Steak Elote Tacos, featuring smoky ribeye and creamy elote, perfect for summer cookouts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 steaks Ribeyes Opt for this cut for rich, beefy flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Elote Topping
  • 4 ears Corn Husked, grilling unlocks sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Fresh and fragrant; parsley can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Crumbled; feta can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 Juice Lime Brightens flavors.
  • 1 zest Lime Optional, adds citrus note.
For the Tacos
  • 8 small Flour or Corn Tortillas Lightly char on grill.
  • 1 Jalapeño thinly sliced Optional for spice.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Large bowl
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C). Husk corn and prepare for grilling.
  2. Grill corn for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes. Remove and cool slightly before cutting kernels off.
  3. Combine grilled corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, cotija cheese, lime juice, and lime zest in a bowl. Mix well.
  4. Season ribeye steaks with salt and pepper. Grill for 4-5 minutes each side for medium-rare. Let rest for 5 minutes then slice thinly.
  5. Toast tortillas on grill for about 1 minute per side until hot and soft.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing sliced steak and a scoop of elote mixture on tortillas.
  7. Optionally top with sliced jalapeño for extra heat.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let the steak rest for better juiciness. Avoid overcooking corn for sweetness. Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness.

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