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Mexican Street Tacos

Cultural Context

Mexican street tacos are a beloved street food, often enjoyed at food stalls and markets across Mexico. They are known for their simplicity and bold flavors, typically featuring a variety of meats and fresh toppings. Each region in Mexico may have its own unique twist on the taco, making them a versatile and culturally significant dish.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs cooked meat (beef, pork, or chicken)
1/4 cup chopped onion (Spanish)
1 tbsp salt, pepper, garlic mix
1 tbsp Magic Dust
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp cumin
1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper (add to taste)
juice of 1 lime
juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup oil of your choice
corn tortillas
fresh cilantro
lime
salsa

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole grain tortillas offer more fiber, while flour tortillas are often less expensive.

cooked meat (beef, pork, or chicken)

🥗Healthier: lean chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Lean chicken breast is lower in calories, while ground beef is often more affordable.

1

Prepare the marinade by mixing chopped onion, salt, pepper, garlic mix, Magic Dust, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, lime juice, lemon juice, and oil in a bowl.

2

Marinate the meat in the prepared marinade for at least 30 minutes.

3

Grill or pan-fry the marinated meat until cooked through.

4

Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet or grill.

5

Chop fresh cilantro finely.

6

Assemble the tacos by placing the grilled meat on the tortillas.

7

Top with chopped cilantro and salsa.

8

Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Cooking Techniques

grillingpan-frying

Equipment Needed

grillskilletcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

gluten (if using flour tortillas)

Also Known As

Tacos de CalleTacos al Pastor
Local Name: tacos de la calle

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