Taqueria-Style Steak Tacos

Experience the tantalizing flavors of Mexico with these Taqueria-Style Steak Tacos. Using succulent bistec cooked to perfection and crowned with a homemade green salsa, these tacos offer an authentic street-food experience right in your kitchen. Perfectly paired with caramelized onions and classic garnishes, they are a must-try for any taco lover.

Ingredients

For the Steak Tacos:
🥩 850g Bistec (includes one "del cero" with a round bone and one "del siete" with a 7-shaped bone)
🌿 1 tbsp Fajita Seasoning (generic brand)
🧂 Salt, to taste
🧅 1/2 medium White Onion, sliced for caramelized onions
🍴 1-2 tbsp Pork Lard (Manteca de Puerco)
🌽 10-15 small Corn Tortillas (Taqueras)

For the Green Salsa:
🍈 8 Tomatillos
🌶️ 4 Serrano Peppers
🧄 2 Garlic Cloves
🌶️ 4-5 dried Chile de Arbol
🌿 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
💧 Water, for boiling salsa ingredients
🧂 Salt, to taste

For the Garnishes:
🧅 1/2 medium White Onion, diced
🌿 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro, chopped
🍋 Several Limes, cut into quarters

Instructions

1- Prepare the Bistec:

• Lay the bistec (one "del cero" and one "del siete") on a cutting board and remove bones and fat.
• Cut the steak into smaller pieces and season with fajita seasoning and salt.
• Allow the meat to rest briefly.

2- Prepare the Green Salsa:

• Boil tomatillos, serrano peppers, garlic, and chiles de arbol in a small pot until the tomatillos soften and change color.
• Cool slightly, then blend with some cooking liquid, adding salt to taste.
• Mix in fresh cilantro until the salsa is smooth and bright green.

3- Prepare the Complements (Garnishes):

• Finely dice the onion and cilantro; prepare lime wedges. Place each in small metal containers.

4- Cook the Bistec and Caramelized Onions:

• Heat lard in a frying pan over medium-high heat, cooking bistec to develop a crust, then cover to tenderize.
• Remove meat when cooked, add sliced onion to pan, and caramelize in meat juices.

5- Chop and Reheat Bistec:

• Finely dice cooked bistec, return to the pan to keep warm.

6- Assemble the Tacos:

• Warm tortillas on a griddle, using oil for pliability.
• Place a generous portion of bistec on two stacked tortillas.
• Garnish with salsa, onions, cilantro, lime juice, and caramelized onions.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 5 tacos per order
Equipment:
🔪 Wooden Cutting Board
🔪 Chef's Knife
🥄 Tongs and Spatula (generic brand)
🍳 Non-stick Frying Pan
🍲 Small Pot (Stainless steel)
🥄 Small Metal Inserts/Containers
🌿 Blender (Oster)
🌮 Griddle (Comal)

Cooking Tips

• Select quality bistec cuts for maximum flavor.
• Ensure rapid blending for a smooth salsa texture and fresh look.
• Utilize meat juices for rich steak-infused caramelized onions.
• Use two tortillas for structural integrity and juice absorption.

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Taqueria-Style Steak Tacos