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Tacos de Jamaica

Delicious and unique tacos made with hibiscus flowers.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried hibiscus flowers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas

Toppings

  • to taste cilantro, chopped
  • to taste lime wedges
  • to taste salsa

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the dried hibiscus flowers under cold water.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the hibiscus flowers and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. 3. Strain the flowers and set aside.
  4. 4. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  5. 5. Add the chopped tomato, cumin, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. 6. Add the hibiscus flowers to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. 7. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
  8. 8. Serve the hibiscus mixture on the tortillas and top with cilantro, lime wedges, and salsa.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Hibiscus, Tacos, Vegetarian
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