Authentic tacos de iguana: seasoned shredded iguana in warm corn tortillas with fresh salsa and traditional toppings. Bold Mexican street food.
Toast dried chiles on a dry griddle. Soak in hot water for 20 minutes.
Blend soaked chiles with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, and 1 cup water until smooth.
Place iguana meat in a pot. Cover with chile sauce and remaining water. Add salt.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours until very tender.
Remove meat and shred with two forks. Return to sauce and keep warm.
Warm corn tortillas on a dry griddle or over open flame.
Fill each tortilla with shredded iguana. Top with cilantro, onion, and salsa verde.
Serve immediately with lime wedges.
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this recipe!
No comments yet. Be the first to comment!
Please log in to leave a comment or review

Receta de caldo de iguana mexicano: carne guisada con chiles guajillo, jitomate y hierbas frescas. Caldo restaurador del sur de México.

Caldo de iguana from Michoacán: iguana simmered with tomatoes, chiles and Mexican herbs into a restorative broth. Comfort food and folk remedy.

Salvadoran garrobo asado: iguana marinated in citrus and spices, then roasted crisp outside and tender within. Served with curtido and tortillas.

Curaçao's banana stoba: tender iguana slow-cooked with green bananas or plantains in a rich, spiced sauce. Sweet-savory and deeply traditional.

Receta de sopa de garrobo salvadoreña: carne de garrobo en caldo con verduras y hierbas. El plato tradicional que ha alimentado a El Salvador.