Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEl Minuto CafeCombination Plate Recipe

Combination Plate Recipe

Inspired by El Minuto Cafe
Time45m
Serves4

Combination of Chicken or Beef Tacos with Rice & Beans

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Ingredients

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Tacos

Method

Tacos

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken breast or ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if using ground beef.

  2. 2

    Season the Meat

    Add taco seasoning to the meat. If using chicken, shred it after cooking and mix well to combine with the seasoning.

  3. 3

    Warm Tortillas

    In a separate pan, warm the corn tortillas until pliable.

  4. 4

    Assemble Tacos

    On each tortilla, add a portion of the meat, followed by shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and jalapeños as desired.

Rice

  1. 5

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the long grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

  2. 6

    Cook the Rice

    In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the rinsed rice and sauté for about 2 minutes. Then add chicken broth or water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Beans

  1. 7

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a saucepan, heat a small amount of oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent.

  2. 8

    Add Beans and Seasoning

    Add the canned black beans (drained and rinsed) and cumin to the pan. Stir to combine and cook until heated through. Season with salt to taste.

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