Ingredients
Scale
- 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
- 1 lb grilled chicken or beef (or plant-based protein for vegetarian options)
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 sliced avocado (optional but highly recommended)
- For the marinade: lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
- For the special sauce: sour cream mixed with lime zest and hot sauce (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to prepare the marinade.
- Marinate your chicken or beef in the mixture for at least 30 minutes to enhance the tacos flavor.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated protein until fully cooked and slightly charred for that authentic Hollywood food aesthetic.
- Meanwhile, chop tomatoes, cilantro, and onions while the protein cooks.
- Prepare the special sauce by mixing sour cream with lime zest and hot sauce.
- Warm the tortillas until soft and pliable on a skillet or microwave.
- Spread the special sauce on each tortilla, add the cooked protein, then top with onions, tomatoes, cheese, lettuce, and avocado slices.
- Finish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime for authentic Hollywood tacos flavor.
Notes
- For vegetarian options, substitute the protein with grilled vegetables, tofu, or plant-based alternatives.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for best flavor.
- You can prepare components ahead and assemble just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Contains Meat, Vegetarian option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 390 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
