Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak for Tacos)

Arrachera (Mexican Skirt Steak for Tacos)
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    34

Savor the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this Arrachera recipe. Thinly sliced skirt steak is marinated in a zesty blend of citrus, spices, and Mexican beer, then grilled to perfection. The result is a tender, flavorful steak that's ideal for tacos or any of your favorite Mexican dishes.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    34 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    414 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 10 mins In a shallow dish, create layers of skirt steak, lime juice, sazon, adobo seasoning, and chopped onion. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 24 hrs Pour Mexican beer over the mixture, ensuring all the steak is moistened. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours for a more intense flavor. (Marinating time: 1-24 hours)

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the marinade.

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05 Step

Recipe View 13 mins Grill the steak for 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until it is lightly charred on the outside and slightly tender in the center for medium doneness. (Cook time: 12-14 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving.

For best results, marinate the steak for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.
If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the steak in a hot skillet on the stovetop.
Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite taco toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cilantro.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 11 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Dolores Fadel

    This arrachera recipe is amazing! The marinade really makes the steak so flavorful and tender.

  • Myah Mraz

    I've made this several times, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to customize with different toppings.

  • Judge Reichel

    The beer in the marinade is a game changer! My family raved about this dish.

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