Smoked Brisket Tacos

Smoked Brisket Tacos are a delicious way to repurpose leftover smoked beef brisket, creating a tasty taco that's dressed up with quick pickled onions, pico de gallo, cilantro, and Cotija cheese.

No ratings yet

Print Pin

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 15

Servings

Calories: 495kcal

Author: Chloe Gronow

Equipment

Frying pan

Ingredients

1 tablespoon (15 ml) cooking oil
2 cups (473 g) leftover smoked beef brisket roughly chopped (see recipe)
8 corn tortillas or mini flour tortillas
1/4 cup (43 g) quick pickled onions see recipe
1/2 cup (118 ml) pico de gallo
1 avocado thinly sliced
1/4 cup (4 g) cilantro chopped
1/4 cup (38 g) Cotija cheese
1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions

Add the oil to a skillet over medium high heat. When hot, add the brisket until reheated and slightly crispy on the edges, about 5 minutes.
Heat the tortillas according to the package instructions.
Top the tortillas with brisket, then garnish with your desired toppings.
Serve with a lime wedge.

Notes

See our guide to making perfect smoked brisket. It will take about 10 hours to make, so plan ahead.

Making your own pico de gallo is simple and allows you to adjust the flavors to your liking. Don't be afraid to add more lime, cilantro, or spice if that's your preference.

You can prepare some of the components ahead of time. For example, the quick pickled onions can be made a day or two in advance, saving you time on the day you want to make the tacos.

When serving, you can set out all the toppings and allow everyone to build their own perfect taco.

Nutrition