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Tacos de Carne Molida

Cultural Context

Tacos de Carne Molida are a staple of Mexican cuisine, often enjoyed as a quick and satisfying meal. Traditionally made with seasoned ground beef, these tacos celebrate the simplicity and flavor of fresh ingredients. They are commonly served at family gatherings and street food stalls, showcasing the vibrant culinary culture of Mexico. Today, variations can be found worldwide, with different meats and toppings reflecting local tastes.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
500 grams ground beef
1/2 onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 serrano pepper
2 roasted poblano peppers, cleaned
a pinch of Mexican oregano
salt
corn tortillas
oil for frying

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: banana peppers

💰Cheaper: green bell peppers

Banana peppers offer a milder taste while being lower in calories.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often cheaper.

1

Start by chopping 2 roasted poblano peppers, 2 tomatoes, 2 cloves of garlic, and 1 serrano pepper.

2

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

3

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and fry for about 45 seconds until translucent.

4

Sprinkle in the Mexican oregano and incorporate it with your fingers.

5

Add the minced garlic and sauté for no more than 1 minute to avoid bitterness.

6

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and serrano pepper, seasoning with salt.

7

Cook the tomato mixture over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes.

8

Add 500 grams of ground beef to the skillet and stir constantly to break it apart.

9

Continue cooking the beef over medium-high heat until all the liquid evaporates.

10

Once the liquid is almost gone, add the roasted poblano strips and adjust seasoning with salt.

11

Let the poblano release its flavor and aroma while the beef finishes cooking until dry.

12

Once the liquid has evaporated, turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

13

Warm the corn tortillas slightly to make them pliable.

14

Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, fold them, and dip them in hot oil.

15

Fry the tacos, turning them to brown on both sides.

16

Once browned, remove the tacos and place them upright in a colander lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Cooking Techniques

browningsimmeringchopping

Equipment Needed

skilletknifecutting boardcolander

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Also Known As

Ground Beef TacosTacos de Res
Local Name: Tacos de Carne Molida

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