Blandito Machaca Taco Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Menu: Blandito Machaca Taco
Method
Main Menu: Blandito Machaca Taco
- 1
Prepare the skillet and aromatics
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Bloom the spices
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to bloom the spices for about 30 seconds.
- 3
Cook vegetables
Add the diced tomatoes and green bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender and the tomatoes release some juice.
- 4
Warm the machaca beef
Stir in the shredded machaca beef. Cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking up any clumps, until heated through and well combined with the aromatics.
- 5
Finish and taste
Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. If desired, squeeze a little lime juice for brightness.
- 6
- 7
Assemble tacos
Fill each tortilla with a generous portion of machaca, then top with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.
