Chalupas de Barbacoa
Chalupas de Barbacoa are deliciously savory corn tortillas topped with tender, flavorful barbacoa and fresh garnishes. This kosher version offers a delightful twist on a classic Mexican dish, perfect for a satisfying lunch.

120 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
540 kcal
Ingredients
- Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
- Beef brisket (kosher) - 300 grams
- Onion - 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lime - 1, juiced
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Radishes - 4, thinly sliced
- Avocado - 1, diced
- Sour cream (kosher) - 1/4 cup
Steps
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the kosher beef brisket to the pot, browning on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in enough water to cover the meat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours until the meat is tender and easy to shred.
- Once cooked, remove the brisket from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the beef using two forks.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded beef with lime juice and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- While the beef is cooling, heat the corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- To assemble the chalupas, place a generous amount of the barbacoa on each tortilla. Top with diced avocado, sliced radishes, and a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Calories: 540
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
- Contains healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.
Tags
MexicanKosherLunch