
Traditional Mexican Street Tacos Recipe
Traditional Mexican street tacos are easy to make while being packed with authentic flavors and impressive presentation that creates little flavor dynamites. This genuine recipe captures the essence of Mexican street food culture through proper techniques and traditional ingredient combinations. The authentic preparation methods ensure restaurant-quality results at home.

These street tacos are easy to make, packed with flavor, and look great too! These little dynamites are tasty as an appetizer or quick meal.
Ingredients
6 (5-inch) corn tortillas
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
4 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
½ cup chopped white onion
1 cup guacamole
1 lime, cut into wedges
Directions
Place a paper towel on a microwave-safe plate and top with tortillas; heat in the microwave for 10 seconds.
Place chicken in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in the microwave until heated through, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Layer chicken, cilantro, onion, and guacamole, in that order, onto each tortilla. Squeeze lime juice over each taco.
Cook’s Note
Serves two people as a meal and three as an appetizer.
Substitute cooked pork or steak for the chicken, if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
697 | Calories |
30g | Fat |
44g | Carbs |
64g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
Calories 697 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 30g | 38% |
Saturated Fat 7g | 34% |
Cholesterol 158mg | 53% |
Sodium 177mg | 8% |
Total Carbohydrate 44g | 16% |
Dietary Fiber 10g | 35% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 64g | 128% |
Vitamin C 18mg | 20% |
Calcium 111mg | 9% |
Iron 4mg | 22% |
Potassium 1140mg | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.