Brisket Tacos
Brisket tacos are a mouthwatering delight that combine tender, slow-cooked brisket with warm tortillas and zesty toppings. The juicy brisket is seasoned to perfection, then shredded and served in soft corn or flour tortillas, topped with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and a splash of lime juice. These tacos are an unforgettable treat for any occasion, whether it’s game day or a cozy family dinner. With their rich flavors and customizable toppings, they promise to be the star of your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people (12 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs brisket
- 2 medium sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 cup salsa (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the brisket generously with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Sear it in a hot skillet until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the brisket to a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Add chopped onions and minced garlic around it. Pour in beef broth to cover half of the brisket and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Once cooked, let the brisket rest for 15 minutes before shredding it with two forks. Mix in some cooking liquid to keep it moist.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or oven until heated through.
- Assemble your tacos by filling each tortilla with shredded brisket and topping with cilantro, diced onions, lime juice, and salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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