Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

Olive Oil

2 unit

Onions

Thinly Sliced

1 pound

Sirloin Steak

Thinly Sliced

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

Pepper

to taste

8 unit

Flour Tortillas

Warmed

0.5 cup

Queso Fresco Cheese

Crumbled

3 cloves

Garlic

0.5 cup

Italian Parsley

1 tbsp

Fresh Thyme Leaves

2 tsp

Fresh Oregano Leaves

0.5 tsp

Dried Red Pepper Flakes

1 unit

Lemon

Zested

1 tbsp

Lemon Juice

Fresh Squeezed

2 tbsp

Red Wine Vinegar

0.25 cup

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Step 1
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add thinly sliced onions to the skillet.

Step 3
~2 min

Reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 4
~2 min

Cook the onions for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until very tender and almost caramelized.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 6
~2 min

Heat a grill skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Add thinly sliced sirloin steak to the hot grill skillet.

Step 8
~2 min

Season the steak slices with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9
~2 min

Cook the steak until desired doneness is reached, turning halfway through.

Step 10
~2 min

Remove the steak from the heat.

Step 11
~2 min

To prepare the Chimichurri Sauce, add garlic, Italian parsley, fresh thyme leaves, fresh oregano leaves, dried red pepper flakes, lemon zest, fresh squeezed lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil to a food processor or blender.

Step 12
~2 min

Process the ingredients until smooth.

Step 13
~2 min

Place a spoonful of caramelized onions and the cooked steak strips in the center of a warm flour tortilla.

Step 14
~2 min

Drizzle generously with the prepared chimichurri sauce.

Step 15
~2 min

Sprinkle with Queso Fresco cheese crumbles.

Step 16
~2 min

For best results, warm the flour tortillas in the oven.

Step 17
~2 min

Wrap the tortillas tightly in foil.

Step 18
~2 min

Heat the wrapped tortillas at 350 degrees F for about 5 to 10 minutes or until warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes for a more flavorful result.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference.

Serve with your favorite taco toppings such as salsa or guacamole.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chimichurri sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Mexican rice and beans.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Tacos are a staple of Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

dinner
lunch
party
casual

Popularity Score

70/100

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