Merienda: Filipino-Style Tacos

Filipino-Style Tacos

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 500g ground pork or beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste
• Cooking oil

For the Toppings:

• Shredded lettuce
• Diced tomatoes
• Grated cheddar cheese
• Sour cream or plain yogurt
• Sliced green onions
• Sliced red onions

For the Taco Shells:

• Small flour tortillas
• Cooking oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:

   • In a large skillet, heat a bit of cooking oil over medium heat.
   • Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant.
   • Add the ground pork or beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a spatula.

2. Season the Filling:

   • Add the tomato sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, oregano, paprika, chili powder, and a pinch of salt.
   • Stir well to combine all the flavors.
   • Simmer the mixture over low-medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

3. Prepare the Toppings:

   • While the filling is simmering, prepare your toppings by washing and chopping the lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, and red onions.
   • Grate the cheddar cheese and slice the jalapenos if you're using them.

4. Fry the Taco Shells:

   • In a separate pan, heat cooking oil for frying the tortillas.
   • Carefully place each tortilla into the hot oil, shaping it into a taco shape as it fries.
   • Cook until the tortillas are golden and crispy. Place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

5. Assemble the Tacos:

   • Fill each taco shell with a generous amount of the meat filling.

   • Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, grated cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, and sliced green and red onions.

   • Serve the Filipino-style tacos while they're still warm.

These Filipino-style tacos combine the comforting flavors of traditional Filipino cuisine with the beloved concept of tacos. Enjoy this fusion of flavors with family and friends!

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