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Authentic Mexican street-style tacos featuring spicy, savory chorizo, crisped to perfection and served in warm corn tortillas. Topped with classic diced onion, fresh cilantro, and a vital squeeze of lime, this recipe is a flavor-packed favorite that comes together in under 30 minutes.
For 4 servings
Prepare Toppings & Aromatics
Cook the Chorizo
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Authentic Mexican street-style tacos featuring spicy, savory chorizo, crisped to perfection and served in warm corn tortillas. Topped with classic diced onion, fresh cilantro, and a vital squeeze of lime, this recipe is a flavor-packed favorite that comes together in under 30 minutes.
This mexican recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 857.03 calories per serving with 32.07g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Warm the Tortillas
Assemble and Serve
Add one small, finely diced potato to the skillet with the chorizo. Cook until the potato is tender and the chorizo is browned. This is a very popular and traditional variation.
Top the tacos with slices of fresh avocado or a dollop of simple guacamole for a creamy contrast.
Add a finely minced serrano or jalapeño pepper to the chorizo as it cooks, or top the finished tacos with your favorite Mexican hot sauce.
Scramble 2-3 eggs and mix them into the cooked chorizo for a delicious breakfast taco filling.
Chorizo is made from pork, which is an excellent source of high-quality protein essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
Pork is rich in several B vitamins, including B12 and niacin, which are crucial for energy metabolism, brain function, and maintaining a healthy nervous system.
The fresh cilantro, onion, and lime are packed with antioxidants and vitamins like Vitamin C, which help combat oxidative stress and support a healthy immune system.
A serving of three chorizo tacos contains approximately 595 calories. This can vary based on the fat content of your chorizo and the amount of cheese used.
Chorizo tacos are a delicious indulgence. While high in protein, chorizo is also high in saturated fat and sodium. They are best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Using fresh toppings like onion and cilantro adds nutrients.
Mexican chorizo is a raw, ground pork sausage seasoned with vinegar and chili peppers, which needs to be cooked before eating. Spanish chorizo is a cured, dried sausage seasoned with smoked paprika, which can be sliced and eaten without cooking.
Absolutely. While corn tortillas are traditional for this style of taco, flour tortillas will also work well. Be sure to warm them properly before serving.
Store the cooked chorizo and toppings in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the chorizo in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. Warm fresh tortillas just before serving for the best results.