Grilled Steak Elote Tacos: A Summer Flavor Fiesta

Experience a flavor explosion with Grilled Steak Elote Tacos, featuring smoky ribeye and creamy elote—a must-try summer dish!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tacos

2 steaks Ribeye The star of the dish, offering rich flavor and tenderness for juicy tacos.
to taste Salt Essential for enhancing the natural flavors of the steak.
to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing the natural flavors of the steak.
8 tortillas Flour or Corn Choose your favorite as the base for these vibrant tacos.

For the Elote Topping

3 ears Corn Freshly grilled for sweetness and char; canned corn can substitute if needed.
1/2 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess to the elote; Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
1/2 cup Sour Cream Enhances texture and tang; can be swapped with crème fraîche for a twist.
1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Fresh herb that brightens the dish; feel free to omit if you prefer.
1/2 cup Crumbled Cotija Cheese This salty, crumbly cheese is key to a delightful elote; feta makes a great substitute.
2 tablespoons Lime Juice Adds zesty freshness, crucial for balancing the flavors of the taco.
1 tablespoon Lime Zest Optional to boost the citrusy flavor profile.
1 medium Jalapeño Add heat if you enjoy spicy foods; it's optional based on your taste.

Equipment

grill
Mixing bowl
Knife
Cutting Board

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C). Husk the ears of corn, removing any silk and tough outer layers.
Grill the corn for 10 to 12 minutes, rotating it every few minutes until the kernels are charred and tender.
In a mixing bowl, combine grilled corn kernels with mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, cotija cheese, lime juice, and zest.
Season the ribeye steaks generously with salt and pepper, then grill for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
Toast the tortillas on the grill for about 1 minute per side until warm and slightly toasted.
Assemble the tacos by layering a warm tortilla with sliced steak followed by the creamy elote mixture.
Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Letting the grilled steak rest for about five minutes keeps it juicy. Prepare all ingredients ahead of time for quick assembly.

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