Most people have been eating tacos the same way for years. In addition, most people are constantly eating messy because of the taco filling that comes out and the taco shells that are soggy or broken. Add that trouble factor with a sprinkling of boring standard tacos and you'll have a sad day. Do not worry! With some of these new tips and techniques, you can enjoy tacos with completely new flavor combinations.
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Method 1 of 2: Reducing Messy Conditions and Holding Taco Fills
Step 1. Coat the taco shells with lettuce
You can do this on hard or soft skin. For whatever skin you use, the lettuce leaves will prevent any liquid or salsa sauce from dripping off the taco shell.
Pay attention to what ingredients are placed on top of the lettuce. If you place hot meat on lettuce, the leaves may wilt. Try layering cheese, beans, or rice on lettuce
Step 2. Don't overfill the tacos
Avoid overfilling the taco shells. The tough taco shell will start to crack at the first bite. The more stuffed the taco is, the more messy it gets when you eat it. Overfilling the soft taco shell will make it difficult to wrap the filling and may cause the skin to tear and the taco filling may fall off.
Be prepared to prevent a case of the taco filling actually falling off or the skin actually cracking. Keep a fork or chips within reach to pick up any filling or skin that falls on the plate
Step 3. Use a fork to support the firm tacos
Never let the taco rest on its side, as the filling will tend to come out and the taco shell will absorb the liquid on the plate. Therefore, lay the fork with the teeth facing the taco. Gently insert a fork into the end of the taco, so that the taco will balance vertically.
It's also a great way to fill tacos
Step 4. Wrap the tacos gently like wrapping a burrito
To do this, place the filling in a not-so-central part of the skin, then fold one edge so that the filling is wrapped around the taco. Insert the tip of the skin into the direction of the taco filling, then roll the taco in toward the first fold.
Instead of filling soft tacos with salsa sauce or sour cream, try dipping the wrapped tacos in both sauces instead. This way, you can reduce the chances of the tacos tearing or getting mushy
Step 5. Use a napkin
Place the napkin on your lap or tuck it in your shirt if you're worried about the sauce dripping down your chin. Wipe your mouth regularly every time you take a bite of the taco to clean up any stuck-on food residue.
If your tacos are really messy or the tacos have a lot of sauce, have some wet napkins on the table
Method 2 of 2: Seasoning the Tacos
Step 1. Start with the taco filling
Whether it's hard or soft, the main purpose of people eating tacos is for the filling. Many of the taco fillings used are classic fillings, but you can get creative with them. You can mix the fillings for different flavors. Here are some ideas that can be implemented:
- Meat - Ground or shredded chicken, beef or pork.
- Pinto beans, black, or refried
- Rice - brown rice, Spanish rice, or white rice
- Fish - grilled or fried halibut, tuna, cod or whatever fish you usually prefer
Step 2. Choose the right type of cheese
It's not surprising that certain types of cheese work better with certain fillings than others. Here are some ideas to try::
- Try Manchego cheese if you're using chorizo, salsa verde, or sour cream.
- Use Cheddar cheese with ground beef, crema, and jalapeno peppers.
- Try the Feta or Cotija with pork belly and pineapple.
- Use Mozzarella or Pepper Jack with firm chorizo, sautéed chard, and hominy.
Step 3. Add sprinkles on the tacos
Try to use toppings other than guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, and tomatoes. Try using one of the following ingredients:
- Sliced cabbage
- Diced Onion
- Roasted jalapeno chili
- Coriander slices
- Lemon juice.
Step 4. Make the salsa sauce
While you can buy many different types of salsa sauce, you can adjust the taste of the salsa to your own taste if you can make it. Here are some types of salsa you can learn:
- Salsa Roja - This is a salsa made from red chilies that immediately comes to mind when people talk about salsa. Tomatoes are not required to be added and you can make them any way you want.
- Avocado salsa: You can make it thick and creamy like guacamole, or let it thin with avocado chunks.
- Pico de Gallo - This raw cut salsa consists of onions, tomatoes and chilies.
- Salsa Verde - Again, you can make this green salsa as high or low as you like. This salsa is generally made of tomatillos, chilies, and coriander.
- Pineapple salsa: This salsa is usually a mixture of fine or large pieces of pineapple mixed with diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeno peppers, and cilantro.
Step 5. Try a completely different style of taco
Who says tacos always have to be Mexican? Try making tacos with other ingredients you like. Here are some ideas for making unique tacos:
- Barbecue - Use barbecue-cooked chicken with plenty of strong sauce, shredded cabbage, and cheese.
- Breakfast - Use crispy potatoes, bacon and cheese over scrambled eggs.
- Vegetables - Use stir-fried vegetables, such as cabbage or spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados, and sour cream.
- Leftovers - Tacos aren't always difficult to make, especially if you use leftovers. For example, don't throw away spaghetti sauce or sloppy joe. Make spaghetti tacos or sloppy joe tacos and place your favorite toppings.
