Let’s Taco’bout Building Your Own Taco Bar.
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Oh the wonderful world of Tacos. We love us some Tacos, am I right? What is it about these tortillas filled with {insert favorite ingredients here} that has stolen our hearts? Tacos are so popular that we have even created an unofficial {but extremely well-observed} holiday called Taco Tuesday! So naturally, we can agree that there’s no better way to kick-off 2017 than hosting your very own Taco Bar. Here’s my go-to guide {including recipes} for creating the ultimate Mexican fiesta.
The Standard Taco Bar:
These are the essentials you’ll need for any Taco Bar.
- Meat (Chicken, Ground Beef or Ground Turkey) *Easy recipe for Crockpot Chicken here.
- Taco Shells – may I suggest offering both Hard Shell {corn} & Soft Tortillas {flour}
- Iceberg Lettuce, thinly sliced
- Tomato, chopped
- White Onion, sliced
- Sour Cream
- Cheese, shredded
- Beans (Black, Pinto or Refried)
- Tortilla Chips
Awesome Upgrades:
For that extra ‘umph to make your spread better than all the rest.
- Meat: Pork Carnitas
- Guacamole
- Cilantro, chopped
- Radish slices
- Jalapenos, chopped (fresh or pickled)
- Lime wedges
Some like it Saucy:
For the condiment lovers out there, because I truly believe there can never be too many toppings for a Taco.
- Mango-Blueberry Salsa
- Black Eyed Pea Salsa
- Creamy Cilantro Lemon Dressing
- Queso Beer Dip
- Chipotle Garlic Aioli
- Spicy Cabbage Slaw
Boozy Bonus:
Make your own “_____” Bar – because building Taco’s can make anyone thirsty.
