Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Kiwi-Salsa Braised Brisket Tacos! This dish features tender, slow-braised brisket enveloped in soft corn tortillas and topped with a refreshing kiwi salsa that bursts with flavor. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy weeknight meal, these tacos are sure to impress with their vibrant colors and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs brisket
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 ripe kiwis, chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 8 soft corn tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the brisket on all sides until golden brown (about 4 minutes per side).
- Add diced onions and minced garlic; cook until onions are translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, lime juice, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a simmer, then cover tightly.
- Transfer pot to the oven and braise for about 3 hours or until fork-tender.
- Meanwhile, prepare kiwi salsa by mixing chopped kiwis with cilantro and lime juice in a bowl.
- Once the brisket is done, shred it with two forks and serve in warm taco shells topped with kiwi salsa.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 75mg