Skirt Steak Soft Tacos with Avocado-Corn Salsa Recipe

By: SouthernLiving.com

Active: 25 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak
• 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears)
• 2 ripe avocados, cut into 1/2- inch pieces
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon lime zest plus 3 Tbsp. fresh juice (from 2 limes)
• 6 scallions
• 12 (6-inch) corn tortillas, warmed
• Directions:

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high (about 450°F). Stir together chili powder, cumin, pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Rub oil over steak, and coat with spice mixture. Let stand 10 minutes.
   
2. Meanwhile, to make the salsa, stir together corn kernels, avocados, chopped cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
   
3. Place steak on oiled grate, and grill, uncovered, to desired degree of doneness (2 to 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare). Let stand 5 minutes.
   
4. Place scallions on grate, and grill, uncovered and turning occasionally until charred and tender, about 2 minutes.
   
5. Cut steak across the grain into strips, and divide evenly among corn tortillas. Chop scallions, and sprinkle over steak. Top with salsa, and serve with lime wedges.