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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
Alambre Tacos
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut chicken and steak into 1-inch cubes. Cut chorizo into 1-inch rounds.

  2. Step 2

    Core and cut poblano into 1-inch chunks. Cut onion into 1-inch pieces.

  3. Step 3

    Thread chicken, steak, chorizo, pepper, and onion onto skewers alternately.

  4. Step 4

    Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high until it shimmers.

  5. Step 5

    Lay skewers on the hot skillet without moving. Sear 3 minutes until edges brown.

  6. Step 6

    Flip skewers. Sear another 3 minutes until chicken is opaque and steak is medium.

  7. Step 7

    Season generously with salt and pepper. Transfer to a plate.

  8. Step 8

    Warm tortillas in the skillet 15 seconds per side. Stack on a plate.

  9. Step 9

    Slide meat and vegetables off skewers onto tortillas. Squeeze lime over top.

  10. 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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