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Beef Heart Tacos (with Low-Carb Option)

These beef heart tacos will help you take your taco Tuesday to a new level. Season succulent beef heart with cumin and oregano, then brown to tender perfection on a skillet within five minutes. Pair that with refreshing and crunchy toppings to create an irresistible taco experience that’s both unique and satisfying. And the best part is that it comes together quickly in 15 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef heart tacos, beef heart tacos recipe, heart tacos
Servings: 6 tacos
Calories: 228kcal
Author: Jessica Haggard

Equipment

Ingredients

For the meat:

For the tacos:

  • 6 corn tortillas or low-carb tortillas
  • 1 small red bell pepper chopped, about one-half cup
  • ½ small red onion sliced
  • 6 tablespoons sour cream
  • ⅓ cup Queso fresco
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
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Instructions

  • Dice the heart into ½-inch cubes. Toss in a bowl with cumin and oregano.
  • Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for 2 minutes, until fragrant and soft.
  • Add the meat to the garlic butter and cook in an even layer until browned. Flip or stir-fry until all sides are browned evenly.
  • Serve immediately with all the taco fixings.

Notes

  • Buy trimmed beef heart. As your butcher to trim it for you, this is the easiest way.
  • But if you buy a whole or half heart that isn't trimmed yet, it’s also pretty easy to trim it yourself. Start by cutting away excess fat from the surface of the heart, then separate the tough connective tissues and leave just the lean muscle tissue.
  • Don’t overcook the meat. Beef heart cooks very quickly, so it may be done in one or two minutes, depending on how small you cut the meat. You can test the doneness of beef heart by inserting an instant-read thermometer into the beef pieces. When the internal temperature reaches 130 F, take the beef heart off the heat.
  • Taste and adjust. I always recommend tasting the beef heart before assembling the tacos so you can adjust the seasoning as you like best.
Serve: You can pair heart tacos with a variety of delicious sides and condiments to create a well-rounded and satisfying meal.
Store: To store beef tacos, keep the meat separate from the rest of the ingredients in an airtight container. Store beef heart in the refrigerator for up to four days. To reheat, gently heat a skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil or butter to the skillet if needed. Add the diced beef heart and reheat until warmed through, stirring occasionally. Avoid overheating to prevent it from becoming tough and dry.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taco | Calories: 228kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 172mg | Fiber: 2g | Net Carbohydrates: 12g
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