Tacos de Cabeza de Res
Tender braised beef cheek tacos with caramelized onions and fresh cilantro. A classic Mexican street taco that tastes like it simmered for hours but comes together quickly with pre-cooked beef.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 36g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef cheek, cooked and shredded
- 1 large white onion
- 8 count corn tortillas (6-inch)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 count lime (halved)
Instructions
- 1
Slice onion into thin half-moons. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high.
- 2
Add onion, cook 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until edges caramelize and char lightly.
- 3
Add shredded beef, stir to combine, heat through until warmed, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over flame for 20 seconds per side until pliable.
- 5
Divide beef and onion among tortillas. Top with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
- 6
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch cast iron or stainless steel)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
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