Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsHacienda ColoradoColorado Street Tacos Recipe

Colorado Street Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Hacienda Colorado
Time30m
Serves3

three fire-grilled corn tortillas filled with melted cheese | roasted habanero salsa | roasted jalapeño peppers | pico de gallo | cilantro avocado | crema | all fire-grilled street tacos are made with soft corn tortillas | mexican rice | choice of: grilled chicken fire-grilled garlic shrimp | grilled skirt steak | braised beef barbacoa

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Ingredients

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Tortillas

Mexican Rice

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Rice

    Cook the Mexican rice according to package instructions. Set aside once done.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Proteins

    Select your choice of protein (grilled chicken, fire-grilled garlic shrimp, grilled skirt steak, or braised beef barbacoa) and grill or sauté until cooked thoroughly. Shred or chop as necessary.

  3. 3

    Roast the Peppers

    Roast jalapeño peppers over an open flame or in an oven until charred. Allow to cool, then slice.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Salsa

    If using homemade roasted habanero salsa, prepare it ahead of time. Otherwise, use a store-bought version.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Warm the Tortillas

    Heat the corn tortillas on a grill or skillet until warm and pliable.

  2. 6

    Add Cheese and Protein

    Place a portion of shredded cheese on each tortilla, followed by the grilled protein of your choice.

  3. 7

    Add Toppings

    Top each taco with roasted jalapeño peppers, pico de gallo, cilantro avocado, and a drizzle of crema.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Serve the tacos warm, accompanied by a side of Mexican rice and additional salsa if desired.

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