Created: 7/24/2023
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
If you're a fan of meat and Tex-Mex cuisine, then these tacos are perfect for you. They feature homemade chorizo which is made with a blend of pork shoulder and beef brisket, and are topped with fresh cilantro and lime. Get ready for a delicious, meat-packed meal.
Ingredients:
Yield: 6-8 servings
1 pound ground pork shoulder
1 pound ground beef brisket
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup water
12 small tortillas
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 limes, cut into wedges
Instructions:
Step 1
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork shoulder, ground beef brisket, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices throughout the meat.
In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork shoulder, ground beef brisket, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices throughout the meat.
Step 3
Add the chorizo mixture to the preheated skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon into small pieces. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the meat is browned and cooked through.
Add the chorizo mixture to the preheated skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon into small pieces. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the meat is browned and cooked through.
Step 4
Add white vinegar and water to the skillet and stir well. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until the liquid is reduced and the mixture is thick and saucy.
Add white vinegar and water to the skillet and stir well. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until the liquid is reduced and the mixture is thick and saucy.
Step 5
Meanwhile, wrap the tortillas in aluminum foil and heat them in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, wrap the tortillas in aluminum foil and heat them in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
Step 6
Once the chorizo mixture is ready, assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with a generous spoonful of meat and topped with chopped cilantro.
Once the chorizo mixture is ready, assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with a generous spoonful of meat and topped with chopped cilantro.
Step 7
Serve with lime wedges on the side, allowing your guests to squeeze a fresh burst of citrus over their tacos before enjoying!
Serve with lime wedges on the side, allowing your guests to squeeze a fresh burst of citrus over their tacos before enjoying!