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Breakfast Tacos
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Can we all agree that tacos are a universal love language? Whether you’re starting the day on the right foot or turning around a rough morning, breakfast tacos are always a good idea. They bring people together, celebrate fresh and flavorful ingredients, and offer endless possibilities — from savory and spicy to hearty and wholesome. This easy breakfast recipe is perfect for busy weekdays, weekend brunch, or anytime you’re craving a morning meal that’s fun, filling, and full of flavor. Because let’s be real: tacos = happiness.
Why You’ll Like It:
- High-Protein & Satisfying: These steak breakfast tacos are loaded with lean protein and hearty ingredients to keep you full and energized.
- Gluten Free Friendly: Made with gluten free tortillas, this recipe is perfect for those with dietary needs — without sacrificing taste or texture.
- Customizable Toppings: From creamy avocado to spicy peppers, you can pile on your favorite toppings to suit your mood or what’s in your fridge.
- Great for Any Meal: While they make an epic breakfast or brunch, these tacos are just as good for lunch or a quick weeknight dinner.
- Flavor-Packed Steak: Seared NY strip steak brings rich, savory flavor that elevates every bite — cooked simply and to perfection.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Roast your potatoes and cook the steak in advance for quick assembly during busy mornings.
Ingredients For Breakfast Tacos
- NY Strip Steaks
- Salt and pepper
- Idaho potatoes, cubed and roasted
- Black beans, drained and rinsed
- Duck fat
- Gluten Free Tortillas
- Optional toppings: sweet peppers, avocado, cilantro, tomatoes, onions, fresh lime juice, sour cream, radish, eggs, etc.
How to Make Your Breakfast Tacos
Season the steaks with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the duck fat, allowing it to melt.
- Place the steaks in the skillet and cook for 3 to 5 minutes on one side.
- Flip the steaks and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until your desired doneness is reached. Use a meat thermometer to check.
- Remove the steaks from the heat and let them rest for 10 minutes.
- While the steaks rest, warm your tortillas by charring over a gas flame, heating in the oven, or microwaving.
- Slice the rested steaks into thin strips.
- Build your tacos by layering steak strips, roasted potatoes, black beans, and your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Swaps & Variations
- Swap the Steak: Not in the mood for NY strip? Use flank steak, skirt steak, ground beef, or even leftover shredded roast for a quicker option.
- Go Meatless: Skip the steak and add scrambled eggs, sautéed mushrooms, or crispy tofu for a satisfying vegetarian version.
- Switch the Tortillas: While gluten free tortillas are the base here, you can also use corn tortillas, cassava tortillas, or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Change the Fat: Duck fat adds rich flavor, but you can use olive oil, avocado oil, or butter depending on what you have on hand.
- Add a Kick: Spice things up with jalapeños, hot sauce, chipotle mayo, or a sprinkle of chili flakes.
- Elevate with Cheese: Add crumbled queso fresco, sharp cheddar, or dairy-free cheese for extra richness.
- Mix Up the Beans: Swap black beans for pinto beans, refried beans, or even lentils for a twist.
- Roasted Veggies: Add in roasted bell peppers, zucchini, or sweet potatoes for a veggie-packed version.
- Brunch It Up: Top with a fried or poached egg for an extra boost of protein and brunch vibes.
- Freshen It Up: Don’t forget fresh toppings like lime juice, chopped herbs, or a drizzle of creamy cilantro sauce to tie it all together.
The Ultimate Breakfast Tacos
Savor flavorful strip steak tacos loaded with roasted potatoes, black beans, and fresh toppings. Easy to make and perfect for any taco lover!
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
Instructions
- Season steak with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the duck fat and allow to melt.
- Place both steaks in the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Flip the steak and cook five minutes more, or until you have reached your desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check.
- Remove steak from the heat and allow to rest 10 minutes.
- Heat your tortillas while the steak is resting. You can char them directly over the flame of a gas stove burner, heat them up in the oven, or microwave them.
- Cut steak into thin strips.
- Have fun building your tacos! Add your strips of steak, warm roasted potatoes, black beans, and your favorite toppings.
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Being new to this GF, and eventually DF lifestyle, I wanted to start simple. I’m no chef by any stretch of the imagination, but this was the perfect place to start. My tacos were delicious, but the only question I have is what advice would you give to better source my ingredients? My local market has a relatively small selection of high quality meats and produce.
It can be challenging to find quality meats. If you don’t have a local meat market nearby (I go to Mario’s Meat Market here in FL and it’s one of my favorite places to go) you can find a lot of specialty online markets these days. I use Grass Roots Co Op (grassrootscoop.com) when I’m having a hard time finding something or don’t feel like going out. Good luck and enjoy the GF DF journey.