These “Beer-ita” Steak Tacos Will Make Your Summer Even Better!
These “Beer-ita” Steak Tacos will make your summer even better! Trust me. I made these just last night as an online cook-along with my friends at the Washington Beef Commission (thanks, internet!), and we were all in agreement: these are ridiculously fantastic. And although beef can be a splurge these days, I encourage you to check out my recent post about smart ways to keep it on your shopping list. Thanks, Washington Beef Commission! Enjoy these “Beer-ita” Steak Tacos, everyone!
PLEASE NOTE: If you are reading this prior to JULY 11, 2023, on that day we will be holding an online cook-along class through Zoom to make this very recipe! We’d love to have you join us!
“Beer-ita” Steak Tacos
Serves 4
Prep time 30 minutes
Grill time 8-10 minutes
1 1/2 pounds your favorite cut of steak (we chose skirt steak)
Marinade
1 cup of beer
Juice of a lime
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cloves fresh minced garlic
1 whole onion, sliced into half-inch-thick rings
Salt and pepper to taste
Avocado tomatillo salsa
6-8 tomatillos
2 jalapeños
2 poblanos
The onion from the marinade
Juice of 2 limes
1 bunch of cilantro, divided
1-2 ripe avocados
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
Splash of white vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
Corn or flour tortillas
Queso fresco cheese, if preferred
Remaining cilantro, chopped
chopped white onions
Limes, sliced
- You can use any cut you love—flank or sirloin work fabulously. Grab what’s on sale. Put everything into a gallon freezer bag or into a mixing bowl, then mix well and allow to sit 30 minutes.
- While the meat is marinating, preheat your grill to at least 350 degrees. Place the steak on the grill along with the tomatillos, poblanos, jalapeños, and onion.
- Grill the steaks to your preferred done-ness. We love medium rare. Remove the steaks and set aside.
- Add the blistered veggies to the work bowl of your food processor along with the lime, cilantro, and avocado. Pulse for a chunky salsa or purée for a smooth sauce.
- Add the olive oil and vinegar, then season to taste.
- Heat your tortillas (grill or cast iron), then slice the steak against the grain.
- To serve, place a few tablespoons of steak inside the warm tortillas and top with the salsa, extra lime, cilantro, and onions.
- For a fun complementary cocktail, make a tasty “beer-ita” using the same delicious beer you used for the marinade. Add some margarita mix and extra lime, then serve in a glass with a salted rim!