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Tacos Guatemaltecos

Cultural Context

Tacos Guatemaltecos, originating from Guatemala, reflect the country's rich culinary heritage influenced by indigenous and Spanish traditions. These tacos often feature fresh ingredients like fish and vibrant vegetables, celebrating the flavors of coastal regions. In modern times, they have gained popularity beyond Guatemala, with variations appearing in food trucks and restaurants across Central America and the United States.

GuatemalanGTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups shredded beef
2 limes
1 cup chopped green onions
1 jalapeño, diced
2 tablespoons cooking oil
8 corn tortillas

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber, while flour is often less expensive.

cooked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is leaner, and tuna is budget-friendly.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa verde

💰Cheaper: homemade chili sauce

Salsa verde offers freshness, and homemade options can save money.

avocado

🥗Healthier: guacamole

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Mashed peas can mimic creaminess at a lower cost.

1

Prepare carne deshebrada, cooking it al vapor until fully cooked and seasoned.

2

Chop cebollitas and jalapeños for topping.

3

Squeeze juice from 2 limones into a bowl for seasoning.

4

Heat tortillas in a skillet, optionally adding a little aceite or soaking them in the meat broth.

5

Assemble tacos by placing carne deshebrada on a tortilla.

6

Top the carne with chopped cebollitas and jalapeños.

7

Serve immediately and enjoy the tacos.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmixingchopping

Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Guatemalan TacosTacos de Pescado

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