Brisket Elote Tacos
Savor smoky, tender brisket paired with creamy, spiced elote in these flavorful tacos—perfect for a vibrant and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs smoked brisket, shredded
- 4 ears fresh corn, kernels removed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 diced jalapeño (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast the corn kernels until slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; fold in the charred corn.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry pan or tortilla warmer until pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with a generous amount of shredded brisket.
- Top brisket with a spoonful of the creamy elote mixture.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and diced jalapeño if desired.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce or a sprinkle of fresh diced onion on top.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/brisket-elote-tacos/