Tacos de Res en Salsa de Tamarindo y Cilantro y Jengibre

Tacos de Res en Salsa de Tamarindo y Cilantro y Jengibre is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican snack featuring tender beef marinated in a tangy tamarind sauce, balanced with fresh cilantro and ginger. This unique dish offers a delightful combination of sweet, sour, and savory notes, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Beef flank steak - 300 grams
• Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Corn tortillas - 4 small
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced
• Avocado - 1, sliced

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine tamarind paste, chopped cilantro, grated ginger, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Cut the beef flank steak into strips and add it to the marinade. Mix well to coat the beef, then cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef strips and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
4. While the beef is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
5. Assemble the tacos by placing the cooked beef strips on the warm tortillas, then top with sliced red onion, radishes, and avocado.
6. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges and cilantro on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein to support muscle health.
• Contains antioxidants from cilantro and ginger, which may help reduce inflammation.

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