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Steak Tacos for Two with Nectarine Salsa

These flavorful steak tacos for two come with a sweet and tangy nectarine salsa that balances out the richness of quick-seared flank steak. This easy recipe features a bright mix of bell pepper, jalapeño, shallot, and cilantro for a refreshing topping that complements the cumin- and paprika-rubbed meat.
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Total Time 35 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired
Servings 2

Equipment

  • 10- or 12-inch skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Aluminum foil
  • Instant-read thermometer (recommended)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 nectarine or peach halved, pitted, and cut into ¼-inch pieces
  • ½ red, orange, or yellow bell pepper chopped fine
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 small shallot minced
  • ½ jalapeño pepper seeded and minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice plus lime wedges for serving
  • ½ teaspoon table salt divided
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • 6 ounces flank steak trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 6 6-inch corn tortillas, warmed

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Salsa: Combine the nectarine, finely chopped bell pepper, cilantro, minced shallot, jalapeño, lime juice, and ¼ teaspoon of the salt in a bowl. Stir everything together and set the salsa aside so the flavors can meld.
  • Season the Steak: In a small bowl, mix the cumin, paprika, and the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt. Dry the steak with paper towels, then rub this spice mix all over the meat.
  • Cook the Steak: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until the surface is just starting to smoke. Add the steak and cook for 3 to 6 minutes, flipping once, until it's well browned and reaches an internal temperature of 120–125°F for medium-rare. Remove it from the pan, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Assemble the Tacos: Thinly slice the steak across the grain. Stir the salsa again and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Fill the warm tortillas with steak, top with the salsa, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For a spicier salsa, keep the jalapeño seeds instead of removing them.
  • Nectarines and peaches both work beautifully for the fruity component—use whichever is ripest and most flavorful.
  • You can substitute other tender quick-cooking steak cuts if flank isn’t available, but adjust cooking times as needed.
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