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Toasted-Spice Beef Tacos with Avocado Lime Salsa
A quick, flavor‑packed taco recipe that uses freshly toasted cumin, coriander, and chili arbol for deep, aromatic beef filling, topped with a bright avocado‑lime salsa. Crispy fried flour tortillas and melty Mexican cheese make these tacos perfect for Taco Tuesday or any night.
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Critical Success Points
- • Toast whole spices without burning.
- • Grind spices while still warm for maximum aroma.
- • Toast tomato paste to develop depth.
- • Add spices after beef is browned to avoid bitterness.
- • Fry tortillas until just crispy, not burnt.
Safety Warnings
- • Spices can burn quickly; keep the pan moving.
- • Hot oil may splatter; use a splatter guard or keep a safe distance.
- • Use a sharp knife carefully when cutting avocado and jalapeño.
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