Chili Lime Steak Tacos
Chili Lime Steak Tacos are made with marinated sirloin steak grilled with peppers and onions for the most tender, juicy and tasty tacos. A great weeknight dinner that is sure to please the entire family.
Steak Tacos are one of our favorite meals to make on the grill for family get togethers and these chili lime steak tacos were a huge hit with so much flavor. The marinade comes together really easily to make this recipe unforgettable.
Chili Lime Steak Tacos ~ Easy Grilled Steak Tacos
Taco night is generally a meal everyone agrees on since each taco can be topped with each person’s favorite toppings.
The chili lime steak is tender, juicy and so delicious and also makes great burritos or rice bowls.
You might also like this Cilantro Lime Steak and Shrimp for a date night dinner or for special occasions.
Ingredients Needed:
- Sirloin Steak
- Lime Juice
- Brown Sugar
- Minced Garlic
- Chili Powder – we used Ancho Chili
- Onion Powder
- Kosher Salt
For the Tacos:
- Onions
- Bell Peppers
- Taco Shells
- Chunky Salsa or Pico de Gallo
- Lettuce
- Cheese
- Guacamole
- Sour Cream
- Candied Jalapeños
- Cilantro
How to Grill Chili Lime Steak Tacos:
- Mix the marinade together in a bowl.
- Pat the steak dry with paper towels and place in a zip top bag.
- Pour the marinade over the steak. Seal and turn the bag over several times to coat the steak. Refrigerate 1 – 4 hours.
- When you are ready to grill, prepare a grill fire to about 350°.
- Slice an onion and bell peppers.
- Remove steak to a clean baking sheet with the sliced onion and peppers.
- Toss the onions and peppers with a couple of tablespoons of the marinade.
- Place the steak and vegetables onto the grill and cook 12- 15 minutes until steak reaches desired doneness and vegetables are softened.
Temperature for Grilled Sirloin Steak:
- Medium Rare: 140°
- Medium: 155°
- Well Done: 165°
- Remove steak and vegetables to a clean baking sheet.
- Allow steak to rest 10 minutes before slicing.
- Coarsely chop the onions and peppers.
- Slice the steak into thin strips.
Serve with warmed taco shells, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, salsa fresca, sour cream, guacamole and cilantro.
How to Store and Reheat:
- Grilled steak and vegetables can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet coated with olive oil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until heated through.
What to Serve with Steak Tacos:
If you would like to round out the meal with a few side dishes add Grilled Mexican Street Corn, Spanish Rice or Foil Packet Mexican Corn.
Make this Taco Tuesday something special with these grilled Chili Lime Steak Tacos. The smoky and delicious steak has plenty of lime and chili flavors that go so well with all of your favorite toppings. A real family pleaser that is so easy to make.
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Chili Lime Steak Tacos
Chili Lime Steak Tacos are made with marinated sirloin steak grilled with peppers and onions for the most tender, juicy and tasty tacos. A great weeknight dinner that is sure to please the entire family.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds sirloin steak
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper. or 6 mini sweet peppers, sliced
For the Tacos
- Taco Shells, warmed
- shredded lettuce
- shredded cheese
- salsa
- sour cream
- guacamole
- cilantro
- Candied Jalapeños
Instructions
- Pat steak dry with paper towels and place in a zip top bag.
- In a bowl, add lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, chili powder, onion powder and salt. Whisk until well combined.
- Pour the marinade over the steak. Press out extra air and seal the bag. Turn it over 3 or 4 times until steak is well coated in marinade. Refrigerate 1 - 4 hours.
- Prepare a grill fire to 350·.
- Remove steak from marinade and place on a rimmed baking sheet with the sliced onion and peppers. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of marinade over the vegetables, tossing to lightly coat. Discard remaining marinade.
- Cook the steak and vegetables over indirect fire with the grill closed about 10- 12 minutes or until steak reaches desired doneness using a digital thermometer. We cooked ours to 145°.
- Remove steak and vegetables to a clean baking sheet. Tent the steak and rest 10 minutes.
- Coarsely chop the vegetables.
- Slice steak into thin strips and serve with grilled vegetables and your favorite toppings on warmed taco shells.
Notes
Store leftover steak and vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Reheat in a skillet coated with olive oil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until heated through.
Temperature for Grilled Sirloin Steak:
- Medium Rare: 140°
- Medium: 155°
- Well Done: 165°
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 514Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 616mgCarbohydrates: 29gFiber: 4gSugar: 17gProtein: 42g
Nutritional information is estimated and may not be accurate.
We have been grilling a ton & these tacos are one of our favorites!! SO much flavor, the meat is so tender & juicy, & they taste great with so many sides!!