Street Tacos Recipe
Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of authentic Street Tacos featuring juicy Carne Asada and flavorful Chicken Tinga, topped with fresh avocado, cilantro, jalapeños, onion, and crumbled cotija cheese. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal that brings Mexican street food right to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 tacos 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling and assembling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Meats
- 1 recipe Carne Asada Steak (grilled and sliced)
- 1 recipe Chicken Tinga (cooked and shredded)
Vegetables and Toppings
- 1–2 avocados (mashed with salt, pepper, and lime juice)
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
- ½ cup chopped onion
Others
- 12 (4-inch) corn tortillas
- 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Grill and Cook Meats: Grill the carne asada steak until charred and cooked to your liking. Cook the chicken tinga according to its recipe instructions until tender and flavorful.
- Prepare Meats: Slice the grilled carne asada into thin strips. Shred the chicken tinga into bite-sized pieces for easy filling.
- Make Avocado Spread: Mash the avocados with a fork, then season with a pinch of salt, freshly ground pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice to add brightness.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm the corn tortillas to make them pliable. Spread a layer of the mashed avocado on each tortilla, then add a scoop of either carne asada or chicken tinga.
- Add Toppings: Top each taco with chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, diced onions, and a generous sprinkle of crumbled cotija cheese.
- Serve: Finish with an optional squeeze of fresh lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh corn tortillas for authentic flavor.
- Adjust jalapeño slices according to your preferred spice level.
- For a vegetarian option, replace meats with grilled vegetables or beans.
- Make sure to warm tortillas to prevent cracking when folded.
- Carne Asada and Chicken Tinga recipes should be prepared ahead to save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Street Tacos, Carne Asada, Chicken Tinga, Mexican Tacos, Corn Tortillas, Avocado Spread, Cotija Cheese, Jalapeño, Cilantro
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