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Easy Street Tacos Recipe - Taqueria Style Tacos de Bistec a la Plancha

AArnieTexYouTube30 minutesserves 4
Original video by ArnieTex on YouTube12:44

About this recipe

These Easy Street Tacos are a delicious take on classic Taqueria-style tacos de bistec a la plancha. Using thin strips of beef steak, sautéed onions, and warm corn tortillas, this recipe brings the vibrant flavors of South Texas right to your kitchen.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the use of quality ingredients, allowing you to whip up a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick dinner or a casual gathering, these tacos are sure to impress.

Ingredient notes

  • 500 g of bistec (beef steak) can be either chuck or sirloin.
  • Use yellow corn tortillas for the best flavor and texture.

Tips from ArnieTex’s video

  • Cut the bistec into thin strips and remove excess fat for better cooking.
  • Sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent for maximum flavor before adding it to the tacos.
  • Warm the corn tortillas on the griddle with a little oil to keep them soft and pliable.

Good to know

How many tacos does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings, which typically means about 8 small tacos.
What type of beef can I use for the bistec?
You can use either chuck or sirloin for the bistec.
How long does it take to make these tacos?
The total time to make these tacos is 30 minutes.
What should I do if I don't have corn tortillas?
The recipe specifically mentions using corn tortillas, but if you need a substitute, you could use flour tortillas, though the flavor and texture will differ.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to ArnieTex: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 4 servingsTime 30 minutes

Ingredients

Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the ingredients: dice the onion and cut the bistec into thin strips, removing excess fat.

  2. 2

    Heat oil on a griddle over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent, then set aside.

  4. 4

    Season the bistec strips with your favorite seasoning and place them on the hot griddle.

  5. 5

    Cook the bistec, flipping occasionally, until nicely charred and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Remove the cooked bistec from the griddle and chop it into small pieces.

  7. 7

    Lightly oil the griddle and warm the corn tortillas until soft, being careful not to overcook them.

  8. 8

    Assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of chopped bistec in each tortilla, adding sautéed onions and a squeeze of lime.

Heads up — we had to guess a little:

  • The quantity of bistec is inferred based on typical serving sizes for tacos.

Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from ArnieTex’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.

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