Steak Tacos with Chili Pineapple Salsa – 30-Minute Recipe
Tender sliced steak seasoned with smoky chili powder and cayenne is tucked into crispy taco shells and topped with a bright pineapple salsa. The sweet‑tart salsa, made with fresh pineapple, red onion, cilantro, lime, and garlic, adds a refreshing contrast that makes these tacos perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Recipe by mob· Structured by ReelsMeals
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Ingredients
- 14 oz steak
- 8 pieces taco shells
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- black pepper, to taste
Pineapple Salsa
- 1 cup pineapple
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1 piece lime
- 1 clove garlic
- salt, to taste
Instructions
- 1Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat.
- 2Season the thinly sliced steak with chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper; toss to coat evenly.
- 3Add the seasoned steak to the hot skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
- 4Transfer the cooked steak to a plate and let it rest while you prepare the salsa.
- 5Warm the taco shells according to the package directions, either in the oven or microwave, until pliable.
- 6In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, lime juice, and a pinch of salt; stir gently to mix.
- 7Let the pineapple salsa sit for 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 8To assemble each taco, place a generous portion of the cooked steak into a taco shell, then top with a spoonful of the pineapple salsa.
- 9Serve the tacos immediately, offering extra lime wedges on the side for additional brightness.
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Pre‑season the steak before cooking
Season the thinly sliced steak with the spices and toss.
Rest the cooked steak briefly
Transfer the cooked steak to a plate and let it rest while you prepare the salsa.
Let the salsa meld before serving
Allow the pineapple salsa to sit for 2–3 minutes after mixing.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to make Steak Tacos with Chili Pineapple Salsa?
- About 30 minutes in total: 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Steak Tacos with Chili Pineapple Salsa recipe make?
- This recipe makes 4 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Steak Tacos with Chili Pineapple Salsa recipe come from?
- It was shared by mob on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.