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Spicy Chipotle Beef Taco Salad
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn kernels, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook 1 lb of ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add 1 packet of taco seasoning to the cooked beef and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1 tablespoon adobo sauce, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Blend until smooth to make the spicy chipotle dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black beans, and corn kernels.
- Add the cooked beef to the bowl and toss to combine.
- Divide the salad among 4 plates and top with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle the spicy chipotle dressing over the salad and serve with tortilla chips on the side.
- Enjoy your spicy chipotle beef taco salad!
The Beef Taco Salad with a spicy chipotle dressing has a rich history rooted in the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine. This dish is a fusion of traditional Mexican ingredients with a modern twist, creating a tantalizing explosion of flavors. Renowned chefs like Rick Bayless and Bobby Flay have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique culinary styles. The dish has gained popularity in regions with a strong Mexican influence, such as California, Texas, and the Southwest. The key to a perfect Beef Taco Salad lies in the balance of flavors, with the spicy chipotle dressing adding a fiery kick to the savory beef and crisp vegetables. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Mexican restaurants that prioritize fresh, high-quality ingredients. The key to getting this dish right is to ensure the beef is well-seasoned and cooked to perfection, and the chipotle dressing is spicy and smoky, adding depth to the salad. For a unique twist, some chefs incorporate alternative methods such as grilling the beef for a charred flavor or adding roasted corn for a sweet contrast.
30 min
4
450 calories
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