By Krista Teigen
Updated Oct 27, 2024
Street tacos are my favorite taco size. I could easily eat half a dozen of them! I love how versatile this street taco recipe is because I can use just about any kind of meat for the filling. This is the perfect recipe for DIY taco night! I love making tons of different filling options and getting to enjoy one of each flavor!
The first time I had street tacos, I knew they would be in regular rotation at my house. The mini tortillas are the perfect size for little hands, and my kids love making their own tacos with their favorite toppings. Total taco night win!
What’s in This Street Tacos Recipe?
- Meat: I highly recommend using either my carne asada recipe or my chicken tinga recipe depending on what you’re in the mood for.
- Avocado: Adds creaminess to the tacos.
- Tortillas: Look for 4- or 5-inch “street taco” tortillas. I like corn, but flour also work well.
- Cilantro: Adds a pop of freshness and color.
- Jalapeno: Makes these tacos spicy. I usually leave this out on my kids’ plates.
- Onion : Adds a little bit of crunch and bite!
- Cheese: Cotija cheese is my favorite for these tacos, but feta, queso fresco, or goat cheese provide a similar texture. For a more classic taste, opt for cheddar or Mexican blend.
Make It Easy
- I love making street tacos from just about any leftover meat. I recommend making a big batch of either of the meat recipes and enjoying it all week long!
- Some of my other favorite meat fillings include beef birria , spicy Mexican shrimp , and slow cooker pork carnitas .
How to Store and Reheat
I recommend storing the components of these street tacos in separate airtight containers and combining just before serving. The beef will keep for up to 4 days, while the chicken will keep for up to 3. Reheat either in a pot set over medium-low heat until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
There’s no better compliment to these street tacos than my favorite Mexican grilled corn . These two street foods are a match made in heaven! For a more traditional dinner plate, I like to serve these tacos with some Mexican rice and refried beans . Yum!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 recipe Carne Asada Steak (click here!)
- ▢ 1 recipe Chicken Tinga (click here!)
- ▢ 1-2 avocados
- ▢ 12 (4-inch) corn tortillas
- ▢ ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ▢ 1 jalapeno pepper sliced
- ▢ ½ cup chopped onion
- ▢ 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- ▢ Lime wedges optional, for serving
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Instructions
- Grill the carne asada and cook the chicken tinga according to the recipe instructions. 1 recipe Carne Asada Steak, 1 recipe Chicken Tinga
- Slice the carne asada and shred the chicken tinga.
- Mash the avocado with a fork. Add in a sprinkle of salt and pepper and a squeeze of lime juice. Stir. 1-2 avocados
- Fill each tortilla with a spread of mashed avocado and a scoop of meat. 12 (4-inch) corn tortillas
- Top the tacos with fresh cilantro, jalapeños, onion, and cotija cheese. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice over the top. ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 jalapeno pepper, ½ cup chopped onion, 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese, Lime wedges
Becky’s Tips
- Nutritional information is for tacos made with carne asada. For chicken tinga nutrition, visit the recipe.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Street Tacos Step by Step
Prepare the Meat: Grill the carne asada and cook the chicken tinga according to the recipe instructions. Slice the carne asada and shred the chicken tinga.
Mash the Avocado: Mash 1-2 avocados with a fork. Add in a sprinkle of salt and pepper and a squeeze of lime juice. Stir.
Assemble the tacos: Fill each of 12 (4-inch) tortillas with a spread of mashed avocado and a scoop of meat. Top the tacos with ½ cup of chopped fresh cilantro, 1 sliced jalapeno pepper, ½ cup of chopped onion, and 1 cup of crumbled cotija cheese. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice over the top.
Easy Weeknight Tacos
Turkey Tacos : I love mixing things up on Mexican night, and these turkey tacos are my go-to. I season the ground turkey, pan-fry it in tortillas until crispy, and pile on all my favorite toppings for the perfect taco meal.
Walking Tacos: I love making Walking Tacos on busy days when we need something quick and fun. I load a bag of corn chips with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and all my favorite toppings, grab a fork, and dig in.
Crockpot Chicken Tacos: I love these Crockpot Chicken Tacos—they’re spicy, savory, and packed with flavorful shredded chicken. They make weeknight dinners so easy, and I always reach for them to upgrade Taco Tuesday or Cinco de Mayo.
More Taco Recipes to Try
Baked Chicken Tacos Recipe
Birria Tacos Recipe
Quesabirria Tacos
Baked Ground Beef Taco Recipe
Street Tacos Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 recipe Carne Asada Steak (click here!)
- 1 recipe Chicken Tinga (click here!)
- 1-2 avocados
- 12 (4-inch) corn tortillas
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeno pepper sliced
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- Lime wedges optional, for serving
Instructions
- Grill the carne asada and cook the chicken tinga according to the recipe instructions. 1 recipe Carne Asada Steak, 1 recipe Chicken Tinga
- Slice the carne asada and shred the chicken tinga.
- Mash the avocado with a fork. Add in a sprinkle of salt and pepper and a squeeze of lime juice. Stir. 1-2 avocados
- Fill each tortilla with a spread of mashed avocado and a scoop of meat. 12 (4-inch) corn tortillas
- Top the tacos with fresh cilantro, jalapeños, onion, and cotija cheese. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice over the top. ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 jalapeno pepper, ½ cup chopped onion, 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese, Lime wedges
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Notes
- Nutritional information is for tacos made with carne asada. For chicken tinga nutrition, visit the recipe.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
