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Cabbage Steak Tacos Recipe

Cabbage Steak Tacos

These Cabbage Steak Tacos combine roasted cabbage steaks with tender steak or ground meat for a crunchy, smoky, and satisfying weeknight meal. Simple prep, bold flavor, and flexible fillings make them perfect for fast dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 Tacos
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head cabbage sliced into 1/4–1/2 inch steaks
  • 1 lb skirt steak flank steak, or ground beef
  • 6 –8 corn tortillas
  • 2 –3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 –1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 –1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 –2 chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Brush cabbage steaks with olive oil on both sides and season evenly with salt and pepper.
  3. Roast cabbage for about 30 minutes until tender with golden, crisp edges.
  4. Pat steak dry, season lightly with salt, and sear in a very hot skillet for 3–5 minutes per side, then rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  5. Brown ground meat instead if using, then simmer with taco seasoning and a splash of water until saucy.
  6. Blend chipotle peppers, orange juice, honey, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  7. Warm or lightly char tortillas.
  8. Assemble tacos with roasted cabbage, sliced steak or ground meat, chipotle sauce, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

Roasting cabbage brings out natural sweetness and crisp edges without frying. Slice steaks evenly for consistent texture and color. Let cooked steak rest before slicing to keep it juicy. Store leftover cabbage and meat separately for quick taco bowls or wraps later.