New York Street Style Skirt Steak Tacos

Introduction

Inspired by the vibrant food truck culture of NYC, these Broadway Street Tacos come to life with juicy skirt steak seared to perfection on the Arteflame grill. By taking advantage of the Arteflame's extreme center grill heat—reaching up to 1,000°F—you'll create a steakhouse-quality sear that locks in all the juices. Using the reverse searing method, this recipe delivers juicy, tender steak tacos with bold flavors. The flat cooktop around the center grate is perfect for grilling veggies and warming tortillas simultaneously. This outdoor feast is pure New York street taco magic—made entirely on your Arteflame grill.

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs skirt steak
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 12 corn tortillas
• ½ white onion, finely diced
• 1 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 limes, sliced into wedges
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 2 jalapeños, halved and seeded
• 1 tsp vegetable oil (for lighting the fire)
• 3 paper napkins
• Firewood (for Arteflame)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame Grill

1. Soak three paper napkins with vegetable oil.
2. Place the soaked napkins in the center of the Arteflame grill.
3. Stack your firewood over the napkins.
4. Light the napkins and allow the fire to come to temperature (about 20 minutes).

Step 2: Prepare the Skirt Steak

1. Season your skirt steak generously on both sides with cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Let the steak rest at room temperature while the grill heats.

Step 3: Sear the Skirt Steak

1. Place a dollop of butter on the center grill grate.
2. Sear the skirt steak directly over the 1,000°F center grill grate for 2 minutes per side to achieve a caramelized crust.

Step 4: Reverse Sear on the Flat Top

1. Move the steak to the flat cooktop griddle to finish cooking until internal temp reaches 15°F below your target.
2. For medium-rare, remove at 130°F; the steak will rise to 145°F off heat.
3. Let the steak rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Step 5: Grill the Vegetables & Tortillas

1. On the griddle, place jalapeño halves and toast them until charred and softened.
2. Warm the corn tortillas near the outer flat area until flexible and slightly crisp edges form.

Step 6: Build Your Tacos

1. Add sliced steak on each tortilla.
2. Top with diced white onion, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and grilled jalapeños.
3. Squeeze with fresh lime juice and enjoy immediately.

Tips

• Always prep your meat before the grill is hot to save time.
• Use the hotter inner zone of the flat griddle for meat, cooler outer zones for veggies and tortillas.
• Remove meat from grill 15°F before desired doneness to prevent overcooking from residual heat.
• Use butter instead of oil for a richer, more flavorful sear.
• Let grilled steak rest after cooking to allow juices to redistribute.

Variations

1. Spicy Chipotle Skirt Steak: Add chipotle in adobo purée into the steak marinade for a smoky, spicy hit.
2. Korean Street Taco: Marinate steak in gochujang, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Top with kimchi and pickled carrots.
3. Tropical NY Tacos: Add grilled pineapple slices and a mango salsa for a fruity twist.
4. Veggie Lovers' Taco: Swap meat for grilled portobello mushrooms and zucchini ribbons, seasoned and seared same way.
5. Breakfast Street Taco: Add grilled scrambled eggs and top with salsa verde and cheese for a breakfast version.

Best Pairings

• Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
• Grilled Pineapple Spears
• Crisp Mexican Lager or Craft Pale Ale
• Fresh Lime Margaritas
• Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Conclusion

With the Arteflame grill, making authentic New York-style street tacos is a fun and rewarding outdoor experience. The high temp sear and even flat griddle cooking give you unparalleled flavor and texture—without needing any kitchen tools or oven. From seared meats to grilled veggies, everything shines when kissed by the fire of the Arteflame.