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Taco Placero

A hearty Mexican street-style taco loaded with seasoned mixed meat, crispy potatoes, and fresh toppings. Quick assembly makes this a weeknight favorite that tastes like a market stall.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
28g
Taco Placero
casualsatisfyingmexicanmixedcrispytenderMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add potatoes, cook without stirring for 4 minutes until golden on one side.

  2. Step 2

    Stir potatoes, add onion, cook 3 minutes until onion softens. Push to the side of the pan.

  3. Step 3

    Add ground beef and chorizo to the center, breaking up with a spoon. Cook 5 minutes until no pink remains.

  4. Step 4

    Toast torn chiles in a small dry skillet over medium for 90 seconds until fragrant. Soak in warm water 2 minutes, then blend smooth with 3 tbsp soaking liquid.

  5. Step 5

    Pour chile sauce into the meat mixture, stir to coat. Simmer 2 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Warm tortillas in a dry skillet 30 seconds per side until pliable.

  7. Step 7

    Divide meat and potato mixture among tortillas. Top with cilantro, onion, and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • small dry skillet
  • spoon
  • blender
  • cutting board
  • knife

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