Central American Tacos

Central American Tacos
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    5 People
  • VIEWS
    252

Embark on a culinary journey to Central America with these authentic tacos, reminiscent of bustling Guatemalan taco stands. A symphony of subtle flavors culminates in the vibrant green sauce, the crowning glory of this unforgettable dish.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    43 g
  • Cholesterol
    55 mg
  • Fiber
    14 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    90 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    32 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 12 mins Place the cubed potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain well and set aside.

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Recipe View 12 mins While the potatoes are cooking, crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook for 3-5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes more. Drain off any excess grease. Gently stir in the cooked potatoes. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.

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Recipe View 5 mins In a blender or food processor, combine the quartered tomatillos, garlic clove, diced jalapeno, and chopped cilantro. Scoop the flesh of the avocados into the blender as well. Process until smooth and creamy, adding a tablespoon of water if needed to achieve the desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

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Recipe View 1 mins Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or comal over medium heat until soft and pliable, about 30 seconds per side. Alternatively, wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-60 seconds.

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05 Step

Recipe View 1 mins To assemble the tacos, spoon a generous amount of the ground beef and potato mixture onto each warm tortilla. Top with a spoonful of the vibrant green sauce and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Roll up and serve immediately. Enjoy!

For a spicier sauce, leave the seeds in the jalapeno or add another one.
If tomatillos are unavailable, you can substitute with green tomatoes.
The green sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Feel free to add other toppings such as crumbled cheese, shredded lettuce, or diced tomatoes.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.9/ 5 ( 84 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Isac Beahan

    The potatoes are a great addition to the tacos. It makes them more filling!

  • Esther Leannon

    These tacos are so easy to make and packed with flavor. My family loves them!

  • Makenzie Dietrich

    My family loved these! Will definitely make again!

  • Jaquelin Olson

    The green sauce recipe is a keeper. So fresh and flavorful!

  • Lola Frami

    Absolutely delicious! The green sauce is the key. I added a squeeze of lime to brighten it up.

  • Dallin Runolfsdottir

    I didn't have tomatillos, so I used green tomatoes instead. The sauce still turned out great!

  • Adonis Jacobi

    I added a little bit of cumin to the beef mixture and it enhanced the flavor even more.

  • Matteo Collins

    I made a vegetarian version with black beans instead of beef, and it was still fantastic.

  • Cathryn Stiedemannprosacco

    Authentic taste. I felt transported to Guatemala!

  • Idella Stehr

    The sauce is amazing! I put it on everything. Be careful with the jalapeño, it can be spicy!

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