Directions
- Prepare the guacamole: In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with lime juice. Stir in tomato, red onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes or jalapeño. Set aside.
- Cook the taco filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the protein of choice and season with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes for ground meat or until warmed and tender for shredded meats.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30–60 seconds per side, or wrap in foil and warm in the oven.
- Assemble the tacos: Spoon the cooked protein onto each tortilla. Top generously with creamy guacamole and any additional toppings of your choice.
- Serve immediately: Arrange tacos on a platter, garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges, and enjoy while warm.
Recipe Details
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 (2 tacos each)
Difficulty: Easy
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Variations & Substitutions
- Use shrimp, fish, or grilled vegetables for alternative taco fillings.
- Swap corn tortillas for flour tortillas or lettuce wraps for a gluten-free option.
- Add a drizzle of spicy crema or chipotle sauce for extra flavor.
- Include pickled onions, sliced radishes, or roasted corn for added texture.
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