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Smoked Brisket Lettuce Wrap Tacos
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 3 lbs smoked brisket, shredded
- 1 head of iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and washed
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the smoked brisket according to your preferred method, ensuring it is fully cooked and tender. Shred the brisket and set aside.
- Wash and separate the leaves of the iceberg lettuce, pat them dry, and set aside.
- Thinly slice the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the cilantro, and slice the avocado. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream and hot sauce to create a spicy crema. Set aside.
- To assemble the tacos, take a lettuce leaf and fill it with a generous amount of shredded smoked brisket.
- Top the brisket with sliced red onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, and avocado. Squeeze a lime wedge over the filling and drizzle with the spicy crema.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Repeat with the remaining lettuce leaves and brisket until all the tacos are assembled.
- Serve the smoked brisket lettuce wrap tacos immediately, with extra lime wedges and spicy crema on the side.
Smoked brisket tacos served in lettuce wraps have a rich history rooted in the culinary traditions of Texas. This innovative twist on a classic dish has gained popularity for its fresh and healthy take on traditional tacos. Renowned chefs like Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue in Austin, Texas, have elevated the art of smoking brisket to perfection, inspiring a new wave of creative taco variations. The best version of this dish can be found in Texas, where the brisket is slow-smoked to tender perfection and paired with fresh, crisp lettuce wraps. The key to this dish lies in the succulent, smoky brisket and the vibrant, crunchy lettuce, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. For a unique alternative, consider adding a zesty slaw or a drizzle of tangy barbecue sauce to elevate the experience.
380 min
6
350 calories
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