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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
3 pounds beef
achiote
10 guajillo chiles
thyme
bay leaf
salt
2 packets of complete seasoning
pepper
tomato
lime
cabbage
cilantro
onion
tree chili
3 garlic cloves
oil

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

Boil the beef with bay leaves and a bit of salt until cooked.

2

Boil the guajillo chiles with a piece of onion, a tomato, and 2 garlic cloves.

3

Blend the boiled chiles, onion, tomato, and garlic, then add to the beef.

4

Chop cabbage, cilantro, and onion finely, mix with lime juice and salt to taste.

5

Prepare a spicy sauce with the tree chili, tomato, onion, and garlic, blending it together.

6

Cook the sauce with a bit of oil and salt until it boils.

7

After cooking the beef for about 2 hours, shred it.

8

Sauté the onions in the beef broth until soft.

9

Prepare tacos by adding the beef, sautéed onions, cabbage, and spicy sauce to the tortillas.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmixingchopping

Equipment Needed

potblenderskillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Guatemalan TacosTacos de Pescado

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