Easy Mexican-Inspired Street Food Recipes
Mexican street food is known for its vibrant flavours, achieved through classic seasonings such as paprika, cumin, chili powder and cilantro. Often melding spices, tomatoes, melted cheese and cooling sour cream, it’s no wonder the cuisine is many people’s favourite. Now, our Street Vibes soft taco kits are making it easier than ever to enjoy Mexican-inspired street food at home, providing all the Street Food Vibes with Staying In Feels!
Sound like something you’d like to try? Check out our easy Mexican-inspired street food recipes below to get started.
Street Vibes Taco Recipes
Smoky Barbacoa Street Beef Tacos
Recipe Name
Easy Smoky Barbacoa Street Style Beef TacosTotal Time
20 minutesSpice Level
MildServings
2Ingredients
- 1 Old El Paso Street Vibes Barbacoa Taco Kit
- 500g beef brisket or roast
- 1 red onion, finely sliced
- Freshly chopped coriander
- Lime wedges
- Old El Paso salsa (included in the kit)
Preparation
- Cook the beef brisket low and slow using a slow cooker for approximately 6 hours or until it shreds easily with a fork. Ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 75°C for safe consumption.
- Shred the beef and combine it with the Barbacoa spice mix from the Street Vibes Taco Kit.
- Warm your tortillas, ensuring they are thoroughly heated to avoid any food safety concerns.
- Serve the shredded beef in the tortillas, and garnish with thinly sliced red onion, freshly chopped coriander, and a squeeze of lime.
- Finish with Old El Paso salsa for that extra zest.
Top Tip: Add a small dish of lime wedges on the table for decor so your guests can brighten up their tacos with a fresh zing!
Made With...
Fruity Al Pastor Street-Style Chicken Tacos
Our Al Pastor Street-Style Chicken Tacos are a medley of fruity and spicy flavours. Pineapple pizza fans will likely love this finely balanced recipe featuring salsas and seasonings, chicken, onion, pineapple, coriander and lime! It’s the perfect Mexican-inspired street food recipe for summer.
Mexican Beef Birria Tacos
If you’ve got some spare tortillas, our Mexican Beef Birria Tacos are another great street food inspired dish to share with family and friends. While this recipe takes a bit longer to make (1 hour, 10 minutes), it’s worth it for the melt in your mouth beef that makes this dish so special!
Vegetarian Mexican-Inspired Street Food Recipes
Vegan Cauliflower Birria Tacos
If you’re looking for Mexican-inspired street food without the meat, we’ve also got a recipe for you! Our Vegan Cauliflower Birria Tacos recipe is sure to supply rich and smoky street food flavours that will satisfy your palate. Full of veggies, they’re great for those days when you’re craving a filling and flavoursome lunch.
With both veggie and meat options, our range of Mexican-inspired street food recipes truly provides something for everyone, so no matter your preferences - you can Dine, Loud & Proud with Old El Paso. Plus, with these handy recipes up your sleeve, you’ll be well prepared for your next date night, barbeque, or family get together!