Name: Mexican Street Tacos
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 500g (1.1lb) chicken thighs, trimmed; 2Tbsp (30ml) lime juice; 1Tbsp (15ml) orange juice; 1tsp (5ml) orange zest; 2tsp (10ml) smoked paprika; 1tsp (5ml) ground cumin; 1tsp (5ml) chili powder; 0.5tsp (2.5ml) ground coriander; 0.5tsp (2.5ml) kosher salt; 0.25tsp (1.25ml) black pepper; 2Tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil; 8 small corn tortillas (≈6cm/2.5in); 2Tbsp (30ml) vegetable shortening; 1cup (120g) red cabbage, shredded; 0.5cup (50g) red onion, sliced; 0.25cup (15g) cilantro, chopped; 1 jalapeño, sliced; 1 avocado, diced; 0.5cup (120ml) yogurt/sour cream; 1tsp (5ml) lime zest; 1Tbsp (15g) feta cheese (halal-certified); 1tsp (5ml) chipotle adobo sauce (alcohol-free); 2Tbsp (30g) charred corn (optional)

Description

These Mexican Street Tacos (Tacos al Pastor inspired) deliver authentic street food flavors with tender chicken and fresh toppings. A vibrant and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

500g (1.1lb) chicken thighs, trimmed
2Tbsp (30ml) lime juice
1Tbsp (15ml) orange juice
1tsp (5ml) orange zest
2tsp (10ml) smoked paprika
1tsp (5ml) ground cumin
1tsp (5ml) chili powder
0.5tsp (2.5ml) ground coriander
0.5tsp (2.5ml) kosher salt
0.25tsp (1.25ml) black pepper
2Tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
8 small corn tortillas (≈6cm/2.5in)
2Tbsp (30ml) vegetable shortening
1cup (120g) red cabbage, shredded
0.5cup (50g) red onion, sliced
0.25cup (15g) cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeño, sliced
1 avocado, diced
0.5cup (120ml) yogurt/sour cream
1tsp (5ml) lime zest
1Tbsp (15g) feta cheese (halal-certified)
1tsp (5ml) chipotle adobo sauce (alcohol-free)
2Tbsp (30g) charred corn (optional)

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Instructions

Marinate Chicken: Combine lime juice, orange juice, zest, paprika, cumin, chili powder, coriander, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken, marinate 30-120 minutes.
Sear Chicken: Heat oil in skillet, sear chicken 4 minutes per side until cooked through (74°C/165°F). Rest and slice.
Warm Tortillas: Heat shortening in skillet, warm tortillas 30 seconds per side.
Prepare Toppings: Chop cabbage, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and avocado.
Make Crema: Combine yogurt/sour cream with salt and lime zest.
Assemble Tacos: Fill tortillas with chicken, cabbage, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and avocado.
Garnish & Serve: Drizzle with adobo sauce, sprinkle with zest, feta, and corn. Serve with crema.

Notes

For best results, use chicken thighs and warm tortillas properly. Adjust spice levels to your preference.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Mexican
Method: Sear
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 400 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg