Steamed Corn Tortilla Tacos
Soft, steamed corn tortillas piled with crunchy cabbage, crumbled cheese, and a choice of red or yellow sauce. A quick, satisfying meal that comes together in minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
- 8 tortillas corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup crumbled white cheese (queso fresco or feta)
- ½ cup red salsa
- ½ cup yellow sauce (creamy chipotle or cheese sauce)
- 1 lime lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
Wrap the 8 corn tortillas in a damp kitchen towel and steam in a steamer basket over simmering water until soft and pliable, about 5 minutes.
- 2
While tortillas steam, chop 2 green onions (optional) and set aside with the 2 cups shredded cabbage and 1 cup crumbled cheese.
- 3
Remove tortillas from steamer and keep covered. Fill each with a handful of cabbage, a sprinkle of cheese, and a drizzle of red salsa and yellow sauce.
- 4
Top with chopped green onions if using, and serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.
- 5
Fold and enjoy warm, with extra sauce on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- steamer basket
- pot with lid
- kitchen towel
- knife
- cutting board
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