Taco Recipes

1. Carnitas Tacos

If you love authentic Mexican flavors, you will surely enjoy these savory carnitas tacos made even easier with your slow cooker. Pork carnitas are delicious in hard or soft taco shells, it's whatever you prefer.

2. Turkey Carnitas

Turkey carnitas is the perfect use for dry or not-so-tender turkey leftovers. I like to top it with fresh, homemade pico de Gallo to keep it simple and let the flavors shine.

3. Ground Venison Tacos

Ground venison tacos are quick, flavorful, and a nice change from typical taco meat. This recipe yields totally tasty, perfectly seasoned ground venison that doesn't taste gamey at all.

4. Birria Tacos

Mexican birria tacos are savory, sweet, tangy, and just a tad bit spicy. If you're looking for flavor, these tacos have it all.

Traditionally made with goat meat, birria is rich and flavorful, which adds a uniquely satisfying element to tacos. If you aren't a fan of goat meat, there are plenty of alternatives you can use to the same effect.

5. Prime Rib Tacos

Talk about fancy! Prime rib tacos are a real treat when you have leftover prime rib from the holidays.

Chunks of perfectly cooked beef, pico de gallo, and queso fresco are all you need to make these savory and satisfying street-style tacos. Dip them in your favorite salsa and dig in.

6. Tacos Dorados

Tacos dorados are made using corn tortillas that are somehow perfectly crispy while also being slightly chewy and pliable. It is my favorite way to make crispy, hard taco shells because they will hold all the toppings you can handle without falling apart.

7. Shredded Chicken Tacos

These shredded chicken tacos are incredibly easy to make and absolutely flavorful. Use some salsa to take your plain shredded chicken to smothered chicken deliciousness.

These tasty chicken tacos are quite the treat and will definitely be a family favorite for taco night. Add your favorite toppings to make them just how you like them.

8. Crockpot Chicken Tacos

If you prefer a hands-off approach to preparing taco meat, this crockpot recipe for chicken tacos is my go-to dinner recipe. Chicken breasts, canned tomatoes, green chiles, onions, a little salsa, and my homemade chicken taco seasoning are all it takes.

Three hours in the slow cooker is plenty of time to prep and prepare your taco shells and toppings.

9. Slow Cooker Beef Cheek Tacos

If beef tacos are more your style, this crockpot recipe for barbacoa de cachete is a fabulous way to get your street taco fix. You can use your favorite tortillas, toppings, and, of course, cheese, with queso fresco being my personal favorite.

10. Taco Bar

A taco bar is the perfect way to serve a crowd on any occasion, from birthday parties to Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Guests can assemble their ideal tacos from a spread of delicious fillings and flavorful taco toppings.

11. Ground Beef Tacos

No one can resist a crunchy taco shell loaded with perfectly seasoned skillet-cooked ground beef. This 15-minute recipe is perfect for Taco Tuesday because it comes together quickly and always yields delicious results.

12. Aracherra (Mexican Skirt Steak)

This lime juice and sazon marinated skirt steak makes the best Mexican steak tacos. It has a perfect sear and flame-cooked flavor from the grill, which makes it a great summertime option.

13. Albondigas Tacos

My homemade albondigas, aka Mexican meatballs, simmered in beef and tomato sauce are delicious in soft corn or flour tacos. I like to keep the toppings light because the meatballs, sauce, and tortillas are all you need.

12. Pork Tacos

These quick and easy pork tacos are similar to pork carnitas, but they're made using leftover pulled pork. The pork is already cooked and shredded, so all you have to do is toss it in a pan with some broth and taco seasoning and cook until crispy.

13. Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos

This super simple crockpot recipe only requires three ingredients: a jar of salsa, cream cheese, and chicken breasts (plus a little extra cheese and salt & pepper if you like). Add it to a taco shell or tortilla with your favorite toppings, and dinner is served.

14. Black Bean Tacos

Black beans are so versatile­. They can be used as a side dish or to make delicious black bean tacos. Spice them up with jalapeños, or cool them down with sour cream.

15. Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos

Sometimes, we need some bold and tangy flavors to satisfy what our palates are craving. Cilantro and lime are a classic Mexican flavor combination that pairs perfectly with grilled shrimp.

16. Veggie Tacos

No meat? No problem. Hearty veggie tacos are so filling you won't even miss the meat.

Made with fresh summer veggies like zucchini, green chilis, and tomatoes, these tacos are jam-packed with freshness and flavor.

17. Walking Tacos

This 'taco' is a childhood classic for me. Walking tacos aren’t really tacos at all. They are all of your favorite taco toppings and flavors piled in a bag of your favorite chips.

If it were a contest of efficiency and convenience, these would take the cake. You can also try my walking taco casserole for an easy weeknight dinner.

18. Crispy Potato Tacos

These meat-free tacos are still substantial and filling because they are full of crispy fried potatoes. I like to add onions to my fried potatoes for a nice texture contrast, but that's up to your preference.

19. Spicy Chicken Tacos

If you like a little heat when you eat, spicy chicken tacos are the perfect fix. Shredded chicken and chipotle seasoning make a unique taco that goes perfectly with a refreshing margarita.

20. Queso Fundido Tacos

You are never too old to try a new type of taco. Queso fundido tacos are full of ooey, gooey cheese, and crumbly, flavorful chorizo sausage.

Add some veggies, or eat them as-is. These tacos are addicting either way.

21. Fried Fish Tacos (Baja Style Fish Tacos)

These crispy Baja fried fish tacos are garnished with a drizzle of avocado crema. However, I think they are even tastier with my copycat Taco Bell creamy avocado ranch sauce.

22. Chicharron Tacos

Crispy chicharron pork rinds are irresistible when paired with an easy salsa verde in this one-of-a-kind taco. The crunch is unbeatable, and if you use low-carb taco shells, it's a great keto-friendly option.

23. Calamari Tacos

Who said Calamari can't go into a taco? Crispy fried calamari and fresh homemade slaw are a match made in heaven.

Because squid cooks quickly, you can have unique gourmet tacos ready in a flash.

24. BBQ Pork Tacos

These BBQ pork tacos are the perfect combination of sweet, smoky, and savory. Serve them with a cold glass of sweet tea, and you have a taco dinner that will leave everyone full and happy.

25. Plantain Tacos

Are you familiar with plantains? You may know them more for being sweet if you are, but green plantains are quite savory.

These black bean and plantain tacos are vegetarian-friendly and full of spice. Plus, they’re budget-friendly, too.

26. Baked Apple Pie Tacos

Everyone likes a sweet treat after they have a nice hearty dinner, and what better than this fun twist on apple pie? Start with my incredible baked cinnamon apples for this addictive dessert treat.

Top them with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream, trust me.

💭 Tips For Making The Best Tacos

I would say the key to a great taco is 50% filling and 50% tortillas, toppings, and condiments. Here are a few of the guidelines I follow for making the best tacos, regardless of the variety.

1. Get quality tortillas. When I can, I make my flour tortillas homemade. There are plenty of store-bought versions that are up to par and many grocery store chains make them fresh.
2. Warm the tortillas. Warming your corn and flour tortillas brings out the flavor and makes them more pliable for easy taco assembly. I wrap them in foil and put them on a baking sheet in the oven at 300°F (150°C/Gas Mark 2) for 10 minutes or so.
3. Double stack corn tortillas. Nothing is worse than taking a bite of your taco, and the whole thing falling apart. Use two corn tortillas stacked on top of each other for soft tacos.
4. Upgrade your toppings. There's nothing wrong with classic taco toppings like cheese, salsa, and sour cream. However, pickled onions are a total game-changer. Pickled veggies, in particular, add much-needed acidity for a more well-rounded flavor.

What's your favorite taco? If it didn't make the cut, leave your top taco recipes in the comments below so I can try them and update the list.

🌮🌶😋 More Taco-Inspired Recipes

• Taco Meatloaf - This meatloaf is a fusion of classic comfort food and zesty Mexican flavors.
• Doritos Taco Salad - Crunchy, cheesy, and loaded with all your favorite taco toppings - this salad is anything but basic.
• Walking Taco Casserole - Perfectly seasoned beef taco meat and crispy tortilla chips baked in a cheesy and satisfying casserole.
• Taco Bell Mexican Pizza - This homemade Mexican Pizza is even better than the original.
• Taco Stuffed Shells - Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with beef, cheese, corn, and black beans.
• Taco Pasta - Get your taco fix in pasta form with this flavorful and easy-to-make dish that'll be a new family favorite.

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