Tender Mojo Steak Tacos

If you’re looking for a way to elevate taco night, these Tender Mojo Steak Tacos are it. Juicy skirt steak is marinated in a vibrant citrus and spice blend, then grilled until perfectly charred and smoky. Folded inside crispy tortillas with gooey mozzarella and finished with a creamy chipotle sauce, guacamole, and fresh cilantro, these tacos deliver layers of bold flavor in every bite.

Why You’re Going to Love This Recipe

• Zesty, flavorful steak – The citrus-forward mojo marinade makes the skirt steak incredibly tender while packing in fresh, bold flavor.
• Crispy and cheesy – Melty mozzarella layered inside toasted tortillas gives the tacos that irresistible crunch-meets-creamy bite.
• Smoky chipotle cream – The homemade sauce is the perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and slightly spicy, making every bite extra indulgent.
• Crowd-pleasing – Perfect for cookouts, taco nights, or game-day spreads—everyone will be reaching for seconds.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Mojo Steak Marinade

• Skirt steak
• Orange juice
• Orange zest
• Lime juice
• Lime zest
• Cumin
• Salt
• Pepper
• Oregano

Creamy Chipotle

• Sour cream
• Mayonnaise
• Chipotle chile peppers in adobo
• Onion
• Lime juice
• Garlic
• Parsley
• Sugar
• Paprika
• Salt
• Pepper

Tacos

• Taco tortillas
• Mozzarella cheese
• Guacamole
• Cilantro

How to Make Tender Mojo Steak Tacos

Make the Creamy Chipotle

Add all the ingredients for the chipotle cream to a blender and blend until smooth. Place in the fridge until ready to serve.

Marinate the Steak

Combine the orange juice, lime juice, zest, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large dish. Add the skirt steak and coat it fully in the marinade. Let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to 24 hours.

Grill the Steak

Preheat your grill to 450-500°F. Cook the marinated steak for 3-4 minutes per side, or until you reach your preferred doneness. Let it rest for 4-5 minutes before slicing.

Assemble the Tacos

Warm a tortilla in a skillet over medium heat, sprinkle with mozzarella, and top with slices of steak. Fold the tortilla over and cook on both sides until golden and crispy.

Garnish and Serve

Serve the tacos with creamy chipotle, guacamole, and a sprinkle of cilantro.

Storage Suggestions

If you have leftovers, store the steak, tortillas, and toppings separately for best results. The cooked steak will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheating Tips

• Steak – Warm gently in a skillet over medium heat to keep it juicy.
• Tortillas – Toast in a pan until warm and pliable.
• Assembled tacos – Heat in a skillet until crispy again, or reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.

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Tender Mojo Steak Tacos

These Tender Mojo Steak Tacos are a flavor-packed twist on taco night, combining citrusy, marinated skirt steak with melty mozzarella tucked inside crispy tortillas. Finished with a smoky, creamy chipotle sauce, guacamole, and fresh cilantro, every bite delivers bold, zesty, and irresistible flavor. Perfect for grilling season or anytime you’re craving tacos with a little extra flair.

Course dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword chipotle, steak, tacos

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 6 people

Author kingcooks

Ingredients

• 9 Taco Tortillas
• Mozzarella cheese

Mojo Steak Marinade

• 1 12oz Skirt steak
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 tbsp lime zest
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp oregano

Creamy Chipotle

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 chipotle chile peppers in adobo
• 1/2 small onion
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp garlic
• 1 tsp parsley
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

Garnish

• Guacamole
• Cilantro chopped

Instructions

Creamy Chipotle

• To a blender, add all ingredients listed under “ Creamy Chipotle” and blend until smooth. Place in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

Mojo Steak Marinade

• In a large dish add all ingredients listed under “Mojo Steak Marinade.” Mix thoroughly to ensure the steak is covered in the marinade.
• Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
• Once marinated, heat your grill to 450-500F.
• Add the skirt steak to the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until you’ve reached your desired doneness.
• Once cooked, set aside to rest for 4-5 minutes before cutting.

Assemble

• To a pan over medium heat, add a tortilla followed by some mozzarella cheese and the cut up skirt steak.
• Fold the tortilla over to close and cook on both sides until the taco is crispy and golden.
• Serve with some guacamole, the creamy chipotle sauce and cilantro. Enjoy!

Crispy Honey Chicken Wonton Tacos

These crispy honey chicken wonton tacos are what happens when takeout-inspired comfort meets taco night magic. Perfectly crunchy wonton shells are fried to a golden crisp, then filled with air-fried honey chicken tossed in a sticky sweet glaze. A bright, refreshing cilantro cabbage slaw adds the perfect bite of crunch and tang, and a drizzle of Kewpie mayo ties it all together. It’s bold, it’s vibrant, and it’s dangerously easy to devour.

Why You’re Going to Love This Recipe

• Combines crispy texture with bold, sweet and savory flavor
• Uses store-bought crispy honey chicken for ease and speed
• Perfect for parties, small bites, or a fun dinner night
• Customizable with your favorite toppings
• The fried wonton shells are light, crunchy and addictively good

Ingredients
Canola oil for frying
Wonton wrappers
InnovAsian crispy honey chicken

Cilantro Cabbage Slaw
Purple cabbage
Green onion
Cilantro
Vinegar
Sesame oil
Sesame seeds
Sugar
Salt
Black pepper

Garnish
Kewpie mayo
Cilantro

How to Make the Slaw

In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, green onion, cilantro, vinegar, sesame oil, sesame seeds, sugar, salt and pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until the slaw is well coated and vibrant. Set it aside while you prep the rest.

How to Fry Wonton Taco Shells

Heat a pot of oil to 350F. Gently add one wonton wrapper at a time into the oil. As soon as it begins to cook, grab one end with tongs and fold it over, holding it in place to form a taco shell. After holding for a few seconds, flip to fry both sides until golden and crispy. Transfer to a cooling rack and repeat until all shells are done.

Cook the Crispy Honey Chicken
Arrange the frozen chicken in your air fryer tray or basket and cook according to the package instructions. While it cooks, warm the sweet sauce with honey in a microwave-safe bowl using 10 second intervals. Once the chicken is crispy, toss it in the sauce until fully coated.

Assemble the Tacos
Fill each crispy wonton shell with sauced honey chicken. Add a scoop of the cilantro cabbage slaw on top, followed by a drizzle of Kewpie mayo and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

How to Store Leftovers
These tacos are best enjoyed fresh, but any leftover slaw can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for a day or two. If you have extra chicken, keep it separate from the shells to maintain crispiness. Reheat in the air fryer before serving.

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Crispy Honey Chicken Wonton Tacos

These crispy honey chicken wonton tacos are the perfect fusion of bold flavor and satisfying crunch. Air-fried chicken bites coated in a sticky sweet honey glaze are tucked into golden fried wonton shells, then topped with a vibrant cilantro cabbage slaw and a drizzle of creamy Kewpie mayo. They’re fun to make, wildly delicious, and perfect for a crowd or a solo indulgence.

Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch

Cuisine Asian

Keyword chicken, crispy, tacos

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Author kingcooks

Ingredients

• Canola oil for frying
• 6-8 wonton wrappers
• 1 18 oz box InnovAsian Crispy Honey Chicken

Cilantro Cabbage Slaw

• 1 1/2 cup purple cabbage thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup green onion chopped
• 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

Garnish

• Kewpie mayo
• Cilantro chopped

Instructions

Cilantro Cabbage Slaw

• In a large bowl, add all ingredients listed under “Cilantro Cabbage Slaw.” Mix thoroughly and set aside.

Wonton Taco Shells

• Heat a pot of oil to 350F.
• Add a wonton wrapper to the oil. Immediately as it starts to cook, grab one end with tongs and fold over, holding it in place to form a taco shape.
• Hold for 5 to 6 seconds and flip to cook both sides. Cook until the wonton is crispy throughout.
• This should take 30 to 60 seconds. Once cooked, transfer to a cooling rack. Repeat until all wontons are done.

Crispy Honey Chicken

• Arrange the prepared chicken pieces in the air fryer tray or basket and follow the cooking instructions included in the packaging.
• While those cook, grab the sweet sauce with honey packet and empty it into a microwave-safe container. Microwave in 10 second intervals until warm.
• Once the chicken is cooked and crispy, dress with the sweet sauce with honey.

Assemble

• Stuff the crispy wonton tacos with the sauced crispy chicken. Top with additional sauce and the cilantro cabbage slaw. Garnish with kewpie mayo and cilantro. Enjoy!