Grilled Rib-Eye Tacos with Charred Corn Salsa

Grilled Rib-Eye Tacos with Charred Corn Salsa

Servings: 4 Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Quick Cook Quick Cook
Smoky rib-eye tacos with fresh, zingy charred corn salsa.

Prepare for a flavour-packed fiesta with these Grilled Rib-Eye Tacos! Featuring premium Cote de Boeuf steak and the smoky magic of the Ninja Woodfire Grill, this dish pairs juicy, marbled beef with a vibrant charred corn salsa. Whether you’re hosting a casual backyard gathering or a fancy grill session, these tacos are guaranteed to steal the show and your taste buds.

Grilled Rib-Eye Tacos with Charred Corn Salsa

Prep Time 30 mins Cook Time 30 mins Rest Time 10 mins Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate Cooking Temp: 200  C Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: £ 30 Calories: Approximately 600 per serving Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

For the Charred Corn Salsa:

Instructions

  1. Preparing the Steak:

    • Let the steak rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
    • Rub it generously with olive oil, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Grilling the Steak:

    • Preheat the Ninja Woodfire Grill to HIGH (204°C) for 5 minutes.
    • Sear the steak for 4-5 minutes per side.
    • Check internal temperature and remove the steak when it’s 2-3°C below your desired doneness (e.g., Medium Rare: 57-60°C).
    • Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  3. Preparing the Charred Corn Salsa:

    • Grill corn on MEDIUM heat, turning occasionally, until charred and tender.
    • Let the corn cool slightly, then slice off kernels.
    • In a mixing bowl, combine kernels, onion, chilli, lime juice, coriander, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Assembling the Tacos:

    • Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain.
    • Layer slices of steak on each tortilla, top with salsa, and fold.
  5. Plating Up:

    • Drizzle with olive oil or lime juice for extra zing.
    • Garnish with chopped coriander and flaky sea salt.
    • Serve with extra salsa and lime wedges on the side.

Equipment

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Note

Pro Tip: For a spicier kick, add a few slices of fresh jalapeños to the tacos.

Keywords: rib-eye tacos, charred corn salsa, Ninja Woodfire Grill, BBQ recipes, steak tacos, easy grilling recipes, Mexican-inspired BBQ
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