Tacos

[The Street Heat Remix]

Authentic-style tacos with seasoned meat and fresh toppings that bring fiesta flavors to your table. This is Mexican comfort food that makes every meal a celebration.

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Makes

Serves 4-6

Total Time

20 min (10 min prep)

Ingredients

Seasoned Meat:
1 1/2 lbs (680g) grass-fed ground beef or chicken
2 tbsp (30ml) avocado oil
2 tsp (4g) chili powder
1 tsp (2g) ground cumin
1 tsp (2g) paprika
1/2 tsp (0.5g) dried oregano
1/2 tsp (1.5g) garlic powder
1 tsp (6g) sea salt
1/2 tsp (1g) black pepper

Taco Assembly:
12 corn tortillas or cassava tortillas
1 cup (90g) cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup (80g) red onion, diced
1/2 cup (30g) fresh cilantro, chopped
2 limes, cut into wedges
1 large avocado (150g), sliced
Salsa and hot sauce for serving

Steps

Heat:

Heat avocado oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until oil shimmers and is hot but not smoking.

Brown:

Add ground meat to hot skillet and cook, breaking up with wooden spoon or spatula, until meat is browned and mostly cooked through.

Season:

In small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Spice:

Add spice mixture to cooked meat and stir well to coat evenly. Cook 2-3 more minutes until spices are fragrant and well incorporated.

Warm:

Heat tortillas in dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side, or hold directly over gas flame using tongs until lightly charred.

Assemble:

Fill warm tortillas with seasoned meat and desired toppings – cabbage, onion, cilantro, and avocado slices work beautifully together.

Serve:

Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing, salsa, and hot sauce on the side. Enjoy while tortillas are still warm for best texture.

Make it Good For The Gut (Optional)

Top with fermented salsa or pickled vegetables for beneficial probiotics and tangy flavor. Add sauerkraut or kimchi for additional gut-friendly bacteria and digestive enzymes. Use fermented hot sauce for spice with probiotic benefits. Include pickled onions or jalapeños for extra probiotics and authentic Mexican flavors.

Remix Options

Seafood Tacos: Use white fish, shrimp, or salmon with lime and chipotle seasoning for coastal flavors. Vegetarian Options: Try seasoned black beans, lentils, or roasted vegetables with same spice blend. Low-Carb Version: Use large lettuce leaves or collard greens instead of tortillas for grain-free wraps. Breakfast Tacos: Add scrambled eggs and breakfast sausage with jalapeños for morning meal. Al Pastor Style: Add pineapple chunks and achiote paste to pork for traditional Mexican flavors. Pulled Meat: Use slow-cooked shredded beef, pork, or chicken instead of ground meat for different texture.

Good To Know

Meat Quality: Grass-fed beef provides better omega-3 fatty acids and cleaner flavor without antibiotics or hormones. Spice Blend Benefits: Homemade seasoning avoids processed additives while cumin and chili powder provide authentic Mexican taste. Tortilla Warming: Properly warmed tortillas are pliable and won’t crack when folded – heat over open flame for best results. Assembly Order: Layer ingredients strategically – meat first, then sturdy vegetables, delicate items like avocado last to prevent crushing. Lime Importance: Fresh lime juice brightens all flavors and provides essential acidity that balances rich meat and creamy toppings. Storage Tips: Cooked meat keeps refrigerated 3-4 days and reheats well for quick taco nights throughout the week. Serving Strategy: Set up taco bar with warm tortillas and toppings for interactive family meal where everyone builds their perfect taco.