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Cilantro-Lime Barbacoa and Queso Fresco
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Cilantro-Lime Barbacoa and Queso Fresco

4.9 (124 ratings)

A Cilantro-Lime Barbacoa, rich without ever feeling heavy, and served and Queso Fresco.

Prep
24 min
Cook
42 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb barbacoa
  • 1/2 cup white onion
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro
  • 2 tsp lime
  • 1 medium ground cumin
  • 1 lb corn tortillas
  • a pinch kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the barbacoa generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the barbacoa and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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