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Blazin’ Tex-Mex Street Tacos

Discover the ultimate Tex-Mex Street Tacos recipe, a mouthwatering blend of flavors that will transport you straight to a bustling market in Mexico.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 15 minutes | Total: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Allergens

Wheat, Dairy

Ingredients

  • 8 corn tortillas 1 lb ground beef 1 packet taco seasoning 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack) 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups shredded lettuce 1 avocado, sliced 1 tomato, diced 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1 lime, cut into wedges Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a grill or griddle over medium high heat.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground beef, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Shape the meat mixture into small, round patties.
  4. Place the patties on the hot grill or griddle, and cook for 5 6 minutes per side, until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or griddle for 30 seconds on each side.
  6. Assemble tacos: layer ground beef patty, shredded cheese, diced onion, minced garlic, shredded lettuce, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream on each tortilla.
  7. Garnish with lime wedges and chopped cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately with a side of freshly made guacamole.

Chef’s Insight

Experiment with different cheeses and seasonings to customize this dish to your taste.

Notes

This recipe calls for 8 corn tortillas, but feel free to double the recipe to serve more guests or enjoy leftovers.

Cultural or Historical Background

Tex-Mex cuisine is a fusion of Mexican and Texas flavors, combining indigenous Mexican ingredients with European influences.