Tacos are a traditionally Mexican dish. It is made with a base and a wide variety of fillings like beans, vegetables, or meat. There can be a variety of Tacos. You can make a vegetarian tacos recipe using paneer or cheese, or try a vegan tacos recipe with tofu. Tacos are a simple and customizable snack that is fun to prepare and eat.
This guide will show you how to make tacos at home easily, using ingredients available in Indian kitchens. Let's get started!
Mexican Tacos Recipe
Prep Time: 20 Minutes (excludes overnight soaking beans, excludes making Taco Shells)
Cooking Time: 20 Minutes
Cuisine: Mexican
Course: Snacks
Serving: Serves 4
Ingredients for Tacos
Homemade Tacos Recipe Ingredients:
Ingredients:
Taco Shells:
Taco Shells can be brought from stores or simply made at home.
For the Taco Filling:
- 1 cup Rajma (kidney beans), soaked overnight and drained
- 1 large onion
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
For the Taco Toppings:
- Chopped onions, tomatoes, and coriander leaves
- Grated cheese
- Sliced jalapeños (substitute with more readily available green chilies if needed)
- Sour cream (Hung Curd can be an Indian Substitute)
Substitutes for Vegan and Vegetarian Tacos
- Grated cheese can be substituted with tofu for a vegan taco recipe.
- Grated cheese can be substituted with paneer for a vegetarian taco recipe.
- Sour cream can be substituted with cashew cream (blended cashews with a tablespoon of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar).
- Sour cream can be substituted with hung curd for an Indian vegetarian taco recipe.
How to Make Tacos at Home
1: Cooking Beans
- Rinse the soaked rajma and transfer to a Multi-Cooker.
- Add water just enough to cover the beans, along with 1/2 tsp of salt.
- Cook the rajma until soft.
2: Making the Filling
- Chop all the vegetables.
- Heat oil in a pan.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn medium brown.
- Add chopped green bell peppers and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add chopped tomatoes, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
- Add cooked rajma and mash lightly with the back of a spoon to blend everything together.
- Cook this mixture on a medium flame for another 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly. Adjust salt to taste.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
3: Assembling Tacos
- Warm the taco shells in a preheated oven at 100°C for 2-3 minutes.
- Place some of the bean mixture in between the taco.
- Top with chopped onions, tomatoes, grated cheese, sliced jalapeños, and a dollop of hung curd.
4: Serve With
- You can serve Tacos with Tomato Salsa, Guacamole, or Mint Chutney for an Indian Twist.
Professional Tips
- For a smoky flavour, add a pinch of garam masala to the bean mixture while cooking.
- Experiment with the taco filling with finely smashed rajma or a chunkier one.
- Introduce Indian flavours in sauces by using mint chutney or tamarind chutney as additional toppings for a tangy twist.
- To manage time, chop the vegetables while the rajma is cooking.
Why Use Wipro Appliances in Your Kitchen?
Using Wipro appliances can make cooking tacos at home much easier. The 1.5 L Multi-Cooker has dual temperature control and a cool touch, rustproof body, making it safe and versatile for cooking beans. The Vesta Electric Chopper, with its powerful 300-watt DC motor and double-stack stainless steel blades, chops vegetables quickly and evenly. It operates quietly and has a durable, transparent bowl for easy monitoring. These features help make Taco recipes efficient and enjoyable.
Conclusion
Tacos are the perfect blend of simplicity, flavour, and versatility. It is a delightful addition to any dining table. Now that you know how to make tacos at home, try experimenting with your own vegetarian tacos recipes or vegan tacos recipes. Bring the vibrant flavours of a Mexican tacos recipe with the help of Wipro Appliances.
