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Steak & Poblano Portobello “Tacos”

A bold keto twist on carne asada tacos — this recipe swaps traditional tortillas for grilled portobello caps that hold smoky, savory fillings like nature's own taco shells.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290kcal

Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb skirt steak 12 oz; sub: flank steak or sirloin strips
  • 4 large portobello mushroom caps stems removed; sub: thick zucchini boats or bell pepper halves
  • 2 poblano peppers sub: Anaheim or green bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil sub: olive oil or melted ghee
  • 2 tbsp lime juice sub: apple cider vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves minced; sub: 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin sub: smoked paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Garnish: chopped cilantro diced onion, sliced avocado; sub: crumbled queso fresco or jalapeño for heat

Instructions

  • Marinate the steak, 15 min: Whisk oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Coat steak well and let sit at room temp for 15 minutes.
  • Prep the veggies: Slice poblanos in half lengthwise, remove seeds. Brush mushrooms and poblanos with oil and season lightly with salt.
  • Grill it all: Heat grill to medium-high. Grill steak 3–4 min per side, and grill mushrooms and poblanos until lightly charred, 5–6 minutes total.
  • Assemble the tacos: Slice steak thinly against the grain. Place steak strips and poblano slices into each grilled mushroom cap. Top with your choice of garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 290kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 19g
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