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Carne Picada Tacos Easy Recipe

Are you craving delicious, authentic Mexican tacos? Let me, a native Mexican, teach you how I make Carne picada tacos. This easy recipe is ready in less than 25 minutes and will bring you all the flavor of a Mexican meal in a straightforward and nutritious way.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 5
Calories 387 kcal

Equipment

  • 2 pans
  • 1 container
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 peeler

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pound Carne Picada Beef
  • 2 cup chopped tomato
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 piece sliced jalapeno
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 3 pinch pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 1/2 cup cubed potatoes
  • 15 pieces corn tortilla you can use flour tortilla if you prefer
  • 4 tablespoon cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 pieces lime for your tacos
  • 1 cup Salsa

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into small cubes. Place them in a container, cover them with water, and let them stand for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse to remove excess starch. This step helps reduce starch, which is great if you're mindful of your starch, sugar, and intake. I would recommend it if you have a medically restrictive diet, but you can skip it if you prefer.
  • Chop the Veggies: Chop the onion and tomatoes, and slice the jalapeño.
  • Cook the Potatoes:Heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat, add 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil, and let it heat. Add the potatoes with a pinch of salt and cook until golden and tender.
  • Cook the Beef:In another pan, heat the remaining cooking oil over medium heat. Add the carne picada beef, sprinkle with cumin, oregano, pepper, and salt. Start cooking, and when the meat about 3/4 done, add the onion and jalapeño.
  • Combine and Finish:Once the beef is fully cooked, add the tomatoes and cooked potatoes. I like to add the tomatoes at the end so they don't disappear or overcook. Let everything cook together for a couple of minutes, taste, and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Assemble the TacosWarm your tortillas on a griddle or directly over a gas flame until pliable and slightly charred. Place a generous spoonful of the carne picada mixture onto each tortilla.
  • Add Your Toppings: Top with your favorite taco toppings such as salsa, chopped onion, cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

Have this carne picada with refried beans and Homestyle Mexican Red Rice 
This creamy avocado salsa pairs great with carne picada tacos! 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Carne Picada Tacos Easy Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
387
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
112
mg
37
%
Sodium
 
704
mg
31
%
Potassium
 
1.291
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
25
g
8
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
44
g
88
%
Vitamin A
 
421
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
 
30
mg
36
%
Calcium
 
106
mg
11
%
Iron
 
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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