Beef Tinaktak Tacos
Beef Tinaktak Tacos are a delicious fusion of Mariana Islands cuisine and Mexican flavors. This recipe combines the classic Chamorro dish, beef tinaktak, with the popular Mexican street food, tacos, creating a unique and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the coconut milk and diced tomatoes, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the chopped green beans and spinach, and cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or in the oven.
- Assemble the tacos by spooning the beef tinaktak mixture onto the tortillas.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large skillet Knife Cutting board Spoon
Tools
Stovetop Skillet Oven (optional)
Serving suggestions
Serve the Beef Tinaktak Tacos with a side of fresh salsa, guacamole, and a squeeze of lime for a burst of flavor.
Tips & tricks
To make the dish spicier, add a chopped chili pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the beef tinaktak mixture.
Cost
$15