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Smoky Tacos and Pickled Onion
Mexican Free recipe

Smoky Tacos and Pickled Onion

4.7 (488 ratings)

A Smoky Tacos, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served and Pickled Onion.

Prep
12 min
Cook
62 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb tacos
  • 1 lb white onion
  • a pinch fresh cilantro
  • 4 oz lime
  • 1/4 cup ground cumin
  • 2 tbsp corn tortillas
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the tacos generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the tacos and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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