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Authentic Mexican Tacos

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Discover the true essence of authentic Mexican tacos, rooted in rich cultural traditions with minimal use of cheese to let the natural flavors shine.

  • Total Time: 135 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Corn tortillas
  • Slow-cooked meats (goat, lamb, or pork)
  • Raw white onions
  • Cilantro
  • Radishes
  • Salsas
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare corn tortillas using the nixtamalization process.
  2. Slow-cook your choice of meat until tender.
  3. Fill a corn tortilla with the cooked meat.
  4. Top with diced raw onions and chopped cilantro.
  5. Serve with radishes and lime wedges on the side.
  6. Enhance with fresh salsa to taste.

Notes

For a traditional experience, use two tortillas to hold the fillings and soak up the juices.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Paleo

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg