How to Shred lettuce for Tacos
Learn from a native Mexican how to expertly cut lettuce for tacos and Mexican salads. Enjoy the perfect crunch with every bite!
Equipment
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Salad Spinner optional for keeping it crunchy for longer
- 2 paper towels optional for store
- 1 lettuce desinfectant Optional
Ingredients
- 1 piece iceberg lettuce
Instructions
Step-by-Step Guide to Chopping Lettuce for Tacos
- Start by cutting the lettuce head in half lengthwise. Keep the base intact as it will help hold the lettuce together while you cut.
- Place the halved lettuce on your cutting board. Hold the stem firmly, and start slicing the lettuce from the bottom. The secret is not to cut from the top down. Instead, you will be cutting just around one inch from the end down, slicing as finely as possible.
- After you’ve sliced one side, turn the lettuce around and repeat the process on the other side, continuing to chop finely until the entire head is shredded.
- This method of chopping lettuce is also great for your favorite salad recipes.
How to Keep Lettuce Crispy and Fresh for Days
- Disinfect: Add a few drops of the disinfectant to a bowl of water and let the lettuce soak for 8 minutes.
- Rinse and Spin: After soaking, rinse the lettuce thoroughly with clean water. Then, use a lettuce spinner to remove as much water as possible. Getting rid of excess water is key to keeping the lettuce fresh and crunchy for longer.
How to Store Iceber Lettuce for Tacos
- Store Properly: Once you've removed as much water as possible, place paper towels at the bottom of an airtight container or a plastic bag with a paper towel. This helps absorb any remaining moisture. Close the container or bag tightly and refrigerate. This will allow you to keep perfect texture.
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Notes
Here are some great Tacos recipes to use your chopped lettuce as a topping.
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Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
How to Shred lettuce for Tacos
Serving Size
20 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
4
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.04
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.01
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.02
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.002
g
Sodium
3
mg
0
%
Potassium
45
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
1
g
0
%
Fiber
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
0.3
g
1
%
Vitamin A
159
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
6
mg
1
%
Iron
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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