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Roasted Barbacoa with Fresh Salsa
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Roasted Barbacoa with Fresh Salsa

4.4 (228 ratings)

A Roasted Barbacoa, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served with Fresh Salsa.

Prep
10 min
Cook
65 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb barbacoa
  • 2 tbsp white onion
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • 3 cloves lime
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 cup corn tortillas
  • 1 tbsp 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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