Tacos de Res en Salsa
Tacos de Res en Salsa is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican dish featuring tender beef simmered in a rich, homemade salsa. This healthy twist on traditional tacos is perfect for a satisfying meal without compromising on taste.

40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
420 kcal
Ingredients
- Beef flank steak - 300 grams
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1 medium, chopped
- Tomatoes - 2 medium, diced
- Green bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
- Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lime - 1, juiced
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Corn tortillas - 4
- Avocado - 1/2, sliced for garnish
Steps
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the beef flank steak to the skillet and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, green bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften.
- Add 1/2 cup of water to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 20 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
- Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the skillet and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the skillet and mix with the salsa.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
- To assemble the tacos, place a generous amount of the beef salsa mixture on each tortilla. Garnish with cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and slices of avocado before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 32 g
- Carbs: 38 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.
Tags
MexicanHealthyMain Dish