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Authentic Mexican Tacos with Spicy Chipotle Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb of flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp of vegetable oil
- 1 tsp of ground cumin
- 1 tsp of chili powder
- 1/2 tsp of salt
- 1/4 tsp of black pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup of shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup of chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup of crumbled queso fresco
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1/4 cup of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp of lime juice
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, and 1 tbsp of lime juice to make the spicy chipotle sauce. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the thinly sliced flank steak to the skillet, and season with 1 tsp of ground cumin, 1 tsp of chili powder, 1/2 tsp of salt, and 1/4 tsp of black pepper. Cook until the steak is browned and cooked through.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave until soft and pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, place a spoonful of the cooked steak mixture onto each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, chopped cilantro, crumbled queso fresco, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Drizzle the spicy chipotle sauce over the assembled tacos.
- Serve the authentic Mexican tacos with spicy chipotle sauce immediately and enjoy!
The history of authentic Mexican tacos with spicy chipotle sauce dates back to the ancient Aztecs, who first cultivated and consumed chipotle peppers. This smoky and spicy sauce has since become a staple in Mexican cuisine, adding a fiery kick to traditional dishes. Today, renowned chefs like Enrique Olvera and Gabriela Cámara have elevated the taco game, infusing their creations with the bold flavors of chipotle. In regions like Oaxaca and Puebla, street vendors and family-owned taquerias serve up mouthwatering tacos with this zesty sauce. For the best version of this dish, seek out a taqueria that grills the meat to perfection and pairs it with a homemade chipotle sauce for an unforgettable flavor explosion. Whether it's the marinated meat, the freshly made tortillas, or the fiery chipotle sauce, every element plays a crucial role in crafting the perfect authentic Mexican taco.
50 min
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450 calories
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