Memphis Firecracker Street Tacos
Find the recipe for unforgettable Memphis Firecracker Street Tacos, a copycat of a famous street food classic with a secret spice blend that brings the flavors of a Friday night tailgate to your table.
Allergens
Gluten, Soy, Fish, Dairy
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite
- sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 packet Memphis Firecracker Spice Blend (recipe below)
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup pickled red onions (recipe below)
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Hot sauce, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil and 2 tbsp of the Memphis Firecracker Spice Blend. Set aside to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium high heat. Grill the seasoned chicken until cooked through, approximately 4 5 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.
- Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet, just until softened.
- Assemble the tacos by layering grilled chicken, coleslaw mix, pickled red onions, and cilantro leaves on each tortilla. Squeeze a lime wedge over the top and add hot sauce to taste.
Chef’s Insight
The smoky Memphis Firecracker Spice Blend adds a kick to these tacos that will have you coming back for more.
Notes
The secret to these tasty tacos is the homemade Memphis Firecracker Spice Blend, which adds a bold, smoky flavor that makes them unforgettable.