Try my braised beef short rib tacos—a flavor-packed original that’s as fun as they are delicious. Picture this: warm corn tortillas cradling melt-in-your-mouth shredded beef short ribs, topped with zesty pickled red onions, creamy goat cheese, a kick of spicy, smokey adobo ranch sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Bold, colorful, and irresistibly tasty, they’re a fiesta for your taste buds!
Braised Beef Short Rib Tacos Recipe
Braised Beef Short Rib Tacos
Equipment
- cutting board
- kitchen knife
- small bowl or ramekin
- small mixing bowl
- wire whisk
- small skillet
Ingredients
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup braised beef short ribs – shredded, see recipe
- ¼ cup red onion – sliced very thinly
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- 4 corn tortillas
- 2 tbsp goat cheese – crumbled
- ¼ cup buttermilk ranch dressing – see recipe
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro – torn
Instructions
Preparation
- Add leftover braised beef short ribs to a skillet with a small amount of olive oil over medium low heat. Warm the short ribs, then shred them with a fork.1/2 cup braised beef short ribs, 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- Make buttermilk ranch dressing (see recipe) in advance. Add some ranch to a small mixing bowl, then add add some adobo sauce to your level of heat preference. Whisk it together until thoroughly incorporated.1/4 cup buttermilk ranch dressing, 1 tbsp adobo sauce
- Using a fork, shred the braised beef short ribs.
- Slice the red onions thinly, add them to a small bowl or ramekin, then cover it with white vinegar. Allow it to soak for at least an hour, or best overnight.1/4 cup red onion, 1/4 cup white vinegar
- Warm the corn tortillas on a comal, or in the microwave.4 corn tortillas
Make the tacos
- Layer two warm corn tortillas. Top with shredded short rib, crumbled goat cheese, pickled red onions, adobo ranch sauce and cilantro. Enjoy!2 tbsp goat cheese, 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
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The Joy of Tacos
I pour my heart into cooking, and tacos are my canvas for blending bold flavors, vibrant colors, and delightful textures. They’re more than food—they’re bites of love, sparking joy and connection through every shared sight, scent, and taste. When I create, I savor each ingredient solo—its unique bite, its aroma—then dream up how they’ll dance together. The magic happens when flavors and textures strike a balance, igniting a culinary adventure that surprises, delights, and awakens every sense in ways you’ll want to share.
Tortillas Set the Stage
For these braised beef short rib tacos, the tortilla sets the stage: flour tortillas, soft and pliable, cradle heavier fillings with ease, while corn tortillas—grittier, with that unmistakable earthy corn essence—bring a rustic depth that elevates the tender beef, tangy onions, and spicy adobo ranch into a true Mexican-inspired masterpiece.
Try Something New!
Now it’s your turn—get inspired, play with your own wild combinations, and tell me all about it in the comments! What quirky flavor pairings have you tried? What odd mix turned out to be a hidden gem? I’m always hungry for new ideas, so drop a note below and let’s swap some taco love!
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