Chorizo Taco
Savor the bold, smoky flavors of these irresistible Chorizo Tacos, a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Made with perfectly seasoned chorizo sausage cooked to juicy perfection, these tacos are elevated with the freshness of chopped cilantro, creamy avocado slices, and a zesty squeeze of lime. Wrapped in warm, soft corn tortillas, each bite is a flavor-packed explosion of spicy, savory goodness balanced by bright herbal and citrus notes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is simple yet packed with authentic flavor, making it an excellent choice for Mexican food lovers. Serve these vibrant chorizo tacos with your favorite toppings or side dishes, and watch them disappear faster than you can make them!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams chorizo sausage
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 1 lime
- 1 avocado
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Remove the casing from the chorizo sausage and add the sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon.
Step 5
Cook the chorizo until fully browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes.
Step 6
Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet over low heat, turning occasionally, until soft and pliable.
Step 7
Meanwhile, chop the fresh cilantro and cut the lime into wedges.
Step 8
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and slice it thinly.
Step 9
Once the chorizo is cooked, taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Step 10
To assemble the tacos, place a spoonful of chorizo mixture onto each warm tortilla.
Step 11
Top with cilantro and avocado slices.
Step 12
Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1300.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3823.6 |
| Total Fat 262.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 96.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 444.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10248.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 206.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.4g | |
| Protein 154.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 370.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1831.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories