Spicy Street Tacos in a Box

Allergens

Dairy, Wheat, Corn

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cup piquant salsa (recipe below)
• 1/2 cup pickled onions (recipe below)
• 4 disposable aluminum roasting boxes Piquant Salsa:
• 2 cups diced tomatoes
• 1 small white onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste Pickled Onions:
• 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1/4 tsp pepper flakes
• 1/4 tsp pickling spice

Instructions

1. Prepare piquant salsa and pickled onions first, then set aside.
2. Brown ground beef in a pan, drain fat, and return to the pan. Add taco seasoning and cook according to package instructions.
3. Warm corn tortillas on a grill or in a pan for 10 seconds each side.
4. Assemble the tacos: add beef, shredded cheese, avocado slices, piquant salsa, and pickled onions. Fold and place each taco in its own disposable aluminum roasting box.
5. Close the boxes tightly and place on a grill or in an oven at 350°F for 8 minutes to melt the cheese.

Chef’s Insight

Cooking the tacos in their boxes locks in the flavors and keeps them warm, making it perfect for game day tailgating or picnics.

Notes

The sizzle of the grill and the smoky aroma of the tacos will transport you straight to a bustling street market.