Name: Authentic Carne Picada Street Tacos Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 8 (7-inch) corn tortillas, warmed; 2 cups prepared carne picada; 0.5 cup chopped white onion, or to taste; 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste; 2 tablespoons salsa, or to taste; 0.5 lime, cut into wedges

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Carne Picada Tacos

Aug 3, 2025
by Addison Nikolaus
- 5.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

5 mins
TOTAL TIME

15 mins
SERVING

4 People
VIEWS

6

Savor the vibrant flavors of authentic Mexican street food with these Carne Picada Tacos! This recipe offers a delightful twist on classic tacos, featuring savory and tender chopped beef nestled in warm tortillas, topped with fresh, zesty condiments. It's a quick, simple, and incredibly satisfying meal.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

8 (7-inch) corn tortillas, warmed

2 cups prepared carne picada

0.5 cup chopped white onion, or to taste

0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

2 tablespoons salsa, or to taste

0.5 lime, cut into wedges

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

28 g
Cholesterol

66 mg
Fiber

4 g
Protein

30 g
Saturated Fat

4 g
Sodium

131 mg
Fat

10 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

3 mins

Warm the tortillas. You can do this directly on a gas grill for a lightly charred flavor or in the microwave for convenience. (2-3 minutes)

02

Step

3 mins

Evenly distribute the carne picada among the warmed tortillas, placing about 2 tablespoons on each. (2-3 minutes)

03

Step

3 mins

Generously top each taco with chopped onion, fresh cilantro, and your favorite salsa. (2-3 minutes)

04

Step

1 mins

Serve immediately with a wedge of fresh lime to squeeze over the toppings for a burst of citrusy brightness. (1 minute)

For the best flavor, use freshly made carne picada. However, high-quality store-bought versions can also work well.
Customize your toppings! Consider adding a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of cotija cheese for extra richness.
If you prefer a spicier kick, use a hotter salsa or add a pinch of chili flakes to the carne picada while cooking.

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