Learn how to make delicious Grilled Steak Elote Tacos. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
1 pound flank steak
2 ears of corn, husked
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta as a substitute)
Juice of 1 lime
Fresh cilantro, chopped
8 small corn tortillas
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If you’re cooking indoors, a grill pan works perfectly.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the flank steak.
Grill the steak for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired doneness. I prefer mine medium-rare, which reminds me of the way my dad liked his steaks.
While the steak is grilling, brush the corn with olive oil and place it on the grill. Cook until charred and tender, about 10 minutes, turning occasionally.
Remove the steak and corn from the grill. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and lime juice. Cut the grilled corn off the cob and mix it into the mayo mixture. This step brings back memories of street vendors in Mexico City, where elote is a staple.
Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side.
Assemble the tacos by placing slices of steak on each tortilla, topping with the elote mixture, and garnishing with fresh cilantro.
