Costilla Tacos with Quick Salsa Verde

Step 1

Pat costillas dry and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Working in batches, sear ribs 2 minutes per side without moving until browned.

Step 4

Remove ribs to a plate. Chop onion coarsely and add to the pot with garlic.

Step 5

Cook onion and garlic 3 minutes, stirring, until fragrant and softened.

Step 6

Add cumin and cook 30 seconds until the smell fills the kitchen.

Step 7

Pour in 2 cups water and salsa verde. Return ribs, nestling them in the liquid.

Step 8

Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer 90 minutes.

Step 9

Uncover and simmer 30 more minutes until meat pulls easily from bone.

Step 10

Warm tortillas in a dry skillet 20 seconds per side until pliable.

Step 11

Shred meat off the bones. Discard bones and return shredded meat to pot.

Step 12

Stir meat into the braising liquid to coat, cooking 2 minutes.

Step 13

Fill each tortilla with shredded costilla, garnish with cilantro.

Step 14

Squeeze lime wedge over each taco and serve immediately.