Skirt Steak Tacos

Skirt steak tacos are a classic Mexican and Tex-Mex dish featuring thin, flavorful cuts of grilled or seared skirt steak, traditionally served on warm corn or flour tortillas. They are typically garnished with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and a squeeze of lime, often accompanied by salsa or guacamole. The dish is a staple in street food culture across Mexico and the southwestern United States.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Skirt steak tacos are high in protein and moderate in fat, with a relatively low carbohydrate content from the tortillas. A single serving provides significant iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie range of 300-400 kcal per taco.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	480 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Zinc	5.2 mg
Vitamin B12	2.8 mcg
Niacin (B3)	6.5 mg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Selenium	28 mcg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg

Per 1 taco (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Skirt steak is a cut prized for its intense beefy flavor and quick cooking time, making it ideal for the fast-paced street food scene. Nutritionally, it offers a dense source of heme iron, which is more easily absorbed by the body than plant-based iron.