Description

These Grilled Elote Steak Tacos combine tender grilled steak with smoky charred corn, tangy cotija, creamy avocado salsa, and fresh herbs, all wrapped in warm tortillas. It’s a vibrant, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for taco nights or summer grilling.

Ingredients

1 lb flank or skirt steak

2 tablespoons lime juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

2–3 ears corn, husked

8 corn tortillas

1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled

2 ripe avocados

Extra lime wedges, for serving

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Whisk lime juice, garlic, chili powder, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Marinate steak for 30 min to 4 hrs.
Grill corn over medium-high heat until charred, about 10 min. Cool and slice off kernels.
Grill steak over high heat, 3–4 min per side. Rest 5 min, then slice thinly.
Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and chili flakes.
Toast tortillas until warm and slightly charred.
Assemble tacos: steak, corn, avocado salsa, cotija, cilantro, and lime.

Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating time)
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner