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Tacos de Iguana Estilo Mexicano

Name: Tacos de Iguana Estilo Mexicano
Cook time: 2 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexico
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs iguana tail meat; 2 guajillo chiles, seeded; 2 ancho chiles, seeded; 4 cloves garlic; 1/2 onion; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp oregano; 2 cups water or broth; Salt to taste; 12 small corn tortillas; Fresh cilantro, chopped; Diced onion; Salsa verde; Lime wedges

Authentic Mexican tacos de iguana featuring seasoned, shredded iguana meat served in warm corn tortillas with fresh salsa and traditional toppings. These iguana tacos showcase the bold flavors of Mexican street food.

Medium

2 hours

Serves 4

Mexico

Stewed & Braised Iguana

Street Food & Handhelds

Tail Meat

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Ingredients

•1.5 lbs iguana tail meat
•2 guajillo chiles, seeded
•2 ancho chiles, seeded
•4 cloves garlic
•1/2 onion
•1 tsp cumin
•1 tsp oregano
•2 cups water or broth
•Salt to taste
•12 small corn tortillas
•Fresh cilantro, chopped
•Diced onion
•Salsa verde
•Lime wedges

Instructions

1
Toast dried chiles on a dry griddle. Soak in hot water for 20 minutes.
2
Blend soaked chiles with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, and 1 cup water until smooth.
3
Place iguana meat in a pot. Cover with chile sauce and remaining water. Add salt.

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