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Mexican Street Tacos

Easy Authentic Mexican Street Tacos Recipe You Can Make at Home

Deliciously vibrant Mexican Street Tacos made with marinated proteins, fresh toppings, and soft tortillas. A perfect crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 small corn tortillas (approximately 6 inches)
  • 1 lb beef (flank steak), chicken (thighs), or pork (shoulder) marinated
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup salsa (mild or spicy)

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • tongs
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

  1. Marinate your chosen protein in lime juice and spices for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated protein for about 5-7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
  3. Warm tortillas in a separate skillet or wrap in foil in the oven at low heat (200°F) for 10 minutes.
  4. Slice cooked protein into strips and place on each tortilla.
  5. Top with fresh cilantro, diced red onion, and salsa.
  6. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to customize your tacos with additional toppings like avocado crema or queso fresco for added flavors and textures.

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