Authentic Arrachera Recipe for Delicious Tacos

Learn how to cook authentic Mexican arrachera, a delicious skirt steak marinated in a flavorful mixture of herbs and spices. Perfect for filling tacos, this recipe will take your taste buds on a journey to Mexico. With a preparing time of just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a flavorful, tender, and juicy steak in no time. Impress your friends and family with this traditional Mexican dish that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds skirt steak
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Flour or corn tortillas, for serving
• Optional toppings: chopped onions, chopped tomatoes, avocado slices, salsa, and sour cream

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, jalapeño pepper, cumin, paprika, oregano, black pepper, and cilantro.
2. Place the skirt steak in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Make sure all sides of the steak are coated. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
4. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting any excess drip off.
5. Grill the steak for about 4-6 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F.
6. Once cooked, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for a few minutes.
7. Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.
8. Warm up the tortillas on the grill or stovetop.
9. Serve the sliced steak in warm tortillas, topped with your favorite toppings like onions, tomatoes, avocado slices, salsa, and sour cream.
10. Enjoy your delicious arrachera tacos!

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