Tacos de Cabeza with Onions and Cilantro

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Tacos de Cabeza with Onions and Cilantro Recipe

Tacos de Cabeza con Onion y Cilantro are a traditional Mexican dish full of flavor and texture. Slow-cooked until tender and juicy, the beef cheek meat is seared until crispy and golden brown. The onions and cilantro add a freshness and crunch to the tacos, while the warm corn tortillas serve as a perfect base for all of the tasty toppings.

Ingredients

• 12 small corn tortillas
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pound beef cheek meat
• 1 white onion, finely chopped

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Instructions

• In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil.
• Add the beef cheek meat, salt, and black pepper to taste.
• Cook until the meat is browned and crispy on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
• Allow the meat to rest for 5 minutes before chopping it into small pieces.
• Microwave or griddle the tortillas until warm.
• To make the tacos, start with a spoonful of beef cheek meat on a tortilla.
• Serve with chopped onions and cilantro on top.
• Serve right away.

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