Alambre Tacos
Sizzling mixed-protein skewers of chorizo, steak, and chicken, griddled with peppers and onions, then served in warm tortillas. A showstopping street-style taco with minimal setup.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 48g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Cut chicken and steak into 1-inch cubes. Cut chorizo into 1-inch rounds.
Step 2
Core and cut poblano into 1-inch chunks. Cut onion into 1-inch pieces.
Step 3
Thread chicken, steak, chorizo, pepper, and onion onto skewers alternately.
Step 4
Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high until it shimmers.
Step 5
Lay skewers on the hot skillet without moving. Sear 3 minutes until edges brown.
Step 6
Flip skewers. Sear another 3 minutes until chicken is opaque and steak is medium.
Step 7
Season generously with salt and pepper. Transfer to a plate.
Step 8
Warm tortillas in the skillet 15 seconds per side. Stack on a plate.
Step 9
Slide meat and vegetables off skewers onto tortillas. Squeeze lime over top.
Step 10
Serve immediately while the fillings are hot.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- metal or wooden skewers
- 12-inch cast iron skillet
- tongs
- plate
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