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Cecina tacos

Thin salted, air-dried beef seared crisp and tucked into corn tortillas with salsa and onion.

Time
40min
Steps
3
Cecina tacos, photographed from above

Ingredients

4 servings

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Allergens

None of the major allergens appear in the ingredient names.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Rub the beef with salt and lime and lay on a rack in the fridge, uncovered, overnight to dry slightly.

    2. 2

      Brush with oil and sear in a very hot pan or grill 30–60 seconds a side, until cooked through (at least 63°C/145°F).

    3. 3

      Chop and serve in warm tortillas with salsa, onion, cilantro and lime.

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