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Quesabirria Tacos (Birria Quesadillas)

June 11, 2021

These Quesabirria Tacos (Birria Quesadillas) have been a pandemic sensation! Everywhere you look you can find quesabirria tacos which are a blend of beef birria tacos and quesadillas. These are the perfect dish to make with birria leftovers and I highly recommend you use by birria recipe found here. Birria is a little bit of a labor of love but 100% worth it. The flavors from the dried peppers, herbs, and spices used to make the birria are so complex and make for the perfect dipping sauce, or consomé. Yes, you absolutely need to dip these tacos in the sauce, it’s what makes these quesabirria tacos shine!

Mushroom Asada Tacos

April 25, 2020

Carne Asada meets mushrooms for the best Mushroom Asada Tacos! With these tacos you won’t even miss the meat, trust me. Carne asada flavors are infused into the mushrooms leaving you with the tastiest meatless taco option.

Mushroom Asada Tacos with onions, cilantro, salsa, and radishes. Tacos folded on a baking sheet.

Sometimes we need a little break from all the meat we consume, right? OK by we I absolutely mean me but still, you need to try these! Mushrooms naturally have a “meaty” taste, (I am so technical, I know), and they always compliment any beef dish. This is why replacing the beef or steak in carne asada tacos works perfectly!

Pork Belly Tacos with Pineapple Slaw

April 14, 2020

These pork belly tacos are next level thanks to an ancho chili powder rub. It’s like carnita tacos were taken to a whole new level! Topped with pineapple slaw, these tacos will satisfy all you taco cravings!

Pork belly tacos with pineapple slaw and red onion. Limes, chili powder, cilantro, and drink on the side.

I am a Kansas City girl and good Kansas City BBQ is something to be proud of. One of my favorite meats is pork belly and I had to figure out a way to incorporate it into a taco. Plug in these pork belly tacos that are incredibly flavorful and topped with the perfect slaw for a hint of sweetness. I love this recipe for entertaining and pairs perfect with any fruity margarita. If you know me you know I LOVE salsa verde and a little drizzle of salsa on top makes this perfect!

Ahi Tuna Tacos

April 11, 2020

These Ahi Tuna tacos are like combining the best of two worlds: tacos and sushi. Quick seared ahi tuna topped with a garlic-ginger slaw, wasabi sauce, and fresh mango. Trust me when I say you need these in your life ASAP!

Ahi Tuna tacos with garlic-ginger slaw, mango, and wasabi sauce. Sesame seeds, mango, cilantro on the side.

I didn’t grow up eating ahi tuna tacos and didn’t have them until later in my adult life. These tacos prove my point that you can pretty much put anything in a tortilla and call it a taco! Truth is you can’t just go to any part of Mexico and expect to see ahi tuna tacos. Sure, they’ll have them in the resort you stay at or a fancy seafood restaurant. However, these beauties are the perfect taco creation to enjoy any Taco Tuesday or any day your heart desires!

Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos)

April 3, 2020

When you need a break from meat, tacos de papa are the way to go. Tacos de papa, or potato tacos are so easy and simple but always satisfying!

Crispy potato tacos, (tacos de papa), topped with lettuce, onion, tomatoes, queso fresco, sour cream, and salsa. Limes on the side.

I grew up eating LOTS of tacos de papa, or potato tacos, and they always hit the spot. Making these tacos brings back memories of spending time in the kitchen with my mom. She would always have me help her mash the potatoes and fill the tortillas to make the tacos. It made me feel special to be able to help make something so delicious. This was one of the first things I learned how to make from my mom and to this day I picture my 12 year old self making these. Potato tacos could not be easier to make. Let me give you a rundown of just how easy.