Strip Steak, Chile and Onion Tacos

Strip Steak, Chile and Onion Tacos

Recipe by Chef Alfredo Oropeza

The smokiness of chipotle chiles and freshness of green chiles combine to create the authentic flavor of Mexican cuisine.

Yield

6

servings
Calories

340

kcal
Serving Size

2

tacos

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp 30 ml canola oil

  • 1 1 clove garlic, chopped

  • 1/2 1/2 onion, sliced into strips

  • 1 cup 500 g top loin strip steaks, about 16 oz (500 g), sliced into strips

  • 8 8 pearl or chambray onions 

  • 3 3 tomatoes, chopped

  • 2 2 chipotle chiles, chopped

  • 1/2 tsp 2 ml black pepper

  • 2 2 green chiles, sliced into strips

  • 12 12 corn tortillas 

  • 1 cup 250 ml (about 1/2 can) fat-free refried beans

Directions

  • In sauté pan, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, sliced onion and beef and sauté 5 minutes or until beef reaches desired doneness. Add pearl onions, tomatoes and chipotle chiles. Add green chiles and season with pepper.
  • Warm tortillas, spread refried beans evenly on each, add sautéed mixture and fold into tacos. Serve with guacamole.

Nutrition Facts

6 servings per recipe


  • Amount Per ServingCalories340
  • % Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 9g 12%
    • Saturated Fat 1g 5%
  • Cholesterol 40mg 14%
  • Sodium 358mg 16%
  • Total Carbohydrate 42g 16%
    • Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
  • Protein 23g 46%

    * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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