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BBQ Brisket Tacos Recipe

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These BBQ Brisket Tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal featuring tender, smoky brisket served on warm corn tortillas with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, pico de gallo or corn salsa, sour cream, and a squeeze of lime. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful gathering, these tacos come together with simple heating and assembly steps that bring out the best of Tex-Mex flavors.

Ingredients

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Brisket

  • 2 cups BBQ Brisket (pre-cooked and shredded or chopped)

Tortillas

  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for cooking tortillas)

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or substitute Mexican blend or Colby Jack)
  • 1/4 cup pico de gallo
  • 1/4 cup corn salsa
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 8 fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Warm the Brisket: Heat the BBQ brisket using your preferred method—microwave, stovetop, or oven—until it is thoroughly warmed but still juicy. This will help the meat retain its flavor and tenderness.
  2. Cook the Tortillas: Heat a few drops of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add one corn tortilla and cook for about 1 minute per side until each side is lightly browned and slightly crispy. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, adding more oil as needed or using a cooking spray for convenience.
  3. Assemble the Tacos: Lay the warmed tortillas flat on a plate. Add approximately 1/4 cup of the heated BBQ brisket onto each tortilla. Top each with fresh chopped cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and your choice of either pico de gallo or corn salsa. Add a dollop of sour cream on top for creaminess, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice to brighten the flavors.
  4. Serve: Serve the tacos warm. Optionally, provide extra BBQ sauce or brisket juices on the side for dipping, which adds even more moisture and flavor to each bite.

Notes

  • You can use leftover BBQ brisket or prepare brisket ahead of time for convenience.
  • If desired, substitute cheddar cheese with Mexican blend or Colby Jack cheese for a different flavor profile.
  • To keep tortillas warm before serving, wrap them in a clean kitchen towel.
  • Spray oil is a convenient alternative for cooking tortillas evenly without too much added oil.
  • Serve with additional lime wedges for extra citrus flavor.

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