Tacos de Res en Salsa de Tamarindo y Piña y Cilantro y Jengibre

Tacos de Res en Salsa de Tamarindo y Piña y Cilantro y Jengibre are a delightful fusion of tender beef, tangy tamarind, and sweet pineapple, wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This dish brings a burst of flavors and freshness, making it a perfect snack or meal for any occasion.

Tacos de Res en Salsa de Tamarindo y Piña y Cilantro y Jengibre
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Beef flank steak - 250 grams
  • Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
  • Pineapple chunks - 100 grams
  • Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh cilantro - 30 grams
  • Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Lime - 1, juiced

Steps

  1. In a bowl, mix tamarind paste, lime juice, garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Cut the beef flank steak into thin strips and marinate in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
  3. While the beef is marinating, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the marinated beef to the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
  5. In the last minute of cooking, add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or directly over the flame for about 30 seconds on each side.
  7. Assemble the tacos by placing the beef and pineapple mixture onto each tortilla.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from the beef, supporting muscle repair and growth.
  • Contains fresh ingredients like cilantro and pineapple, which are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

Tags

MexicanHalalSnack