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beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often more affordable.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat offers more fiber, while flour is often less expensive.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper has a similar flavor profile, while paprika is usually cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less costly.

Soak corn tortillas in water until soft, about 5 minutes.

Drain and blend soaked tortillas with a little water until smooth.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced bell peppers and tomatoes, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Add beef to the pot, browning on all sides for about 5 minutes.

Pour in blended tortilla mixture, stirring to combine.

Add water, bay leaves, oregano, and black pepper; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1-1.5 hours until beef is tender.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

Serve hot with avocado slices on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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