Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRecreo CantinaTaco Trio Recipe

Taco Trio Recipe

Inspired by Recreo Cantina
Time30m
Serves3

Three mini tacos filled with your choice of protein.

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Ingredients

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Taco Shells

Protein Fillings

Method

Prepare Taco Shells

  1. 1

    Heat the Tortillas

    In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the corn tortillas one at a time and cook for about 30 seconds on each side until they are warm and pliable.

  2. 2

    Shape the Taco Shells

    Once cooked, remove the tortillas and shape them into taco shells by gently folding them. You may place them in a taco rack or on a baking tray to maintain their shape.

Cook Protein Fillings

  1. 3

    Cook Ground Beef

    In a separate skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spatula until fully cooked (about 7-10 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  2. 4

    Prepare Shredded Chicken

    If using pre-cooked shredded chicken, simply heat it in a separate pan until warm. If cooking from scratch, boil chicken breasts for 15-20 minutes, shred, and season with salt and pepper.

  3. 5

    Heat Black Beans

    In a small saucepan, heat the black beans over medium heat until warmed through. Season with cumin and salt to taste.

Assemble Tacos

  1. 6

    Fill Tacos

    Take the shaped taco shells and fill them with a portion of each protein filling (ground beef, shredded chicken, and black beans) in each shell.

  2. 7

    Add Toppings

    Top each filled taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a spoonful of salsa. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

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