“Smoky Street Tacos: A Copycat Tailgate Twist”

Allergens

Dairy (cheese, sour cream)

Ingredients

• 1 lb carne asada, 12 corn tortillas, 1 cup chopped cilantro, 2 cups shredded cheese blend, 1 cup sour cream, 2 limes cut into wedges, 1 can refried beans, 2 cups cooked rice, 3 tbsp taco seasoning, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Season the carne asada with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. Preheat the grill or stove top griddle to medium high heat. Cook the carne asada until browned on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Slice into thin strips.
3. In a separate pan, warm the refried beans and rice.
4. Assemble tacos by layering carne asada, cheese blend, sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges.
5. Serve with warmed tortillas on the side.

Chef’s Insight

To intensify smoky flavors, add wood chips or chunks to the grill while cooking carne asada.

Notes

Adjust seasoning and spice levels to personal preference.