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Tacos Dorados

Cultural Context

Tacos Dorados are a popular Mexican dish, often enjoyed as a street food or at family gatherings. They are known for their crispy texture and are typically filled with various meats and topped with fresh ingredients. This dish reflects the rich culinary traditions of Mexico, where tacos are a staple.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3-4 lbs beef pot roast or Chuck
1/2 onion
Head of garlic
2 bay leaves
Fresh oregano
1 tbsp beef bouillon
2 tbsp salt
1 tbsp black pepper
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Corn tortillas
Oil for frying
Medium cheddar cheese
Lettuce
2 roma tomatoes
Chile árbol
1 garlic clove
1 tsp white distilled vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/4 tsp oregano

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole grain tortillas offer more fiber and nutrients.

shredded meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey or chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Lean turkey or chicken is lower in fat.

1

Cook the beef pot roast with onion, garlic, bay leaves, oregano, beef bouillon, salt, black pepper, and cumin until tender.

2

Shred the cooked beef and set aside.

3

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

4

Fill each corn tortilla with shredded beef and medium cheddar cheese.

5

Fold the tortilla in half to form a taco.

6

Fry the taco in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes on each side.

7

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

8

Serve immediately with lettuce, salsa made from tomatoes, chile árbol, garlic, vinegar, water, and oregano.

Cooking Techniques

frying

Equipment Needed

frying pantongspaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Fried TacosCrispy Tacos
Local Name: Tacos Dorados

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