Protein

There are many different types of protein filling from more well known variations such as carne asada to more niche options such a tofu. Here we will discuss a few and provide video recipes for you to look over.

Al Pastor

Al Pastor is marinated pork that is roasted vertically on a spit much like Shawarma and is typically marinaded in chilies spices, pineapple and achiote paste. The meat is served by being shaved off of the spit and is generally served with onion cilantro and pinapple.

Barbacoa refers to meats slow-cooked over an open fire or, more traditionally, in a hole dug in the ground covered with agave leaves.This meat is known for its high fat content and strong flavor and is often accompanied with onions and cilantro

Barbacoa

Carnitas

Pork carnitas are traditionally made using the heavily marbled, rich Boston butt or picnic ham cuts of pork.The traditional way to cook carnitas is in a copper pot in a process similar to confit. Lard is used to cover the dish in proportion to the amount of meat being cooked. Once the lard has melted, pork and flavorings are added (usually salt, chili, cumin, oregano or Mexican oregano, marjoram, thyme, bay leaf, and crushed garlic cloves). Traditional carnitas are then made by a process of simmering the meat in the lard until tender over a very low heat. Once appropriate tenderness is achieved, the heat is turned up and the outside of the pork begins to crisp. At this stage, the collagen in the meat has broken down sufficiently to allow it to be pulled apart by hand or fork or chopped with a cleaver. A healthier method is to replace the lard with water and simply use the fat that the pork renders out.

Chicken Tinga is a Mexican dish made with shredded chicken in a sauce made from tomatoes, chipotle chilis in adobo, and sliced onions.It can be topped with avocado slices, crumbled cheese, Mexican crema, and salsa.

Chicken Tinga

Fish Tacos

This taco consists of a lightly battered mild white fish that is deep-fried, then served in a corn tortilla (often two) with shredded cabbage, a thin sour-cream- or mayonnaise-based sauce, a bit of salsa, and a squeeze of lime.