Contents

Introduction

PARTE UNO: TACOS AL GUSTO

Chapter 1. Tacos

everything you need to know about tacos

Chapter 2. Taco Gear and Essential Ingredients

equipment and ingredients for making authentic tacos

Chapter 3. Nixtamal, Masa, Tortillas, and You

all about tortillas and how to make your own

PARTE DOS: ¡TACOS AQUÍ!

Chapter 4. Foundation Ingredients and Techniques

to help you build better tacos

Chapter 5. Tacos de Asador

tacos with fillings charred over an open flame

Chapter 6. Tacos de Guisados

tacos made with stewed fillings

Chapter 7. Tacos de Comal

tacos with sautéed fillings

Chapter 8. Tacos Dorados

rolled tacos fried golden and crisp

Chapter 9. Los Otros Tacos

other tacos in a class by themselves

Chapter 10. Tacos de Canasta

classic breakfast “basket” tacos, sauced and steamed

Chapter 11. Tacos Mañaneros

breakfast tacos from both sides of the border

Chapter 12. Tacos Dulces

dessert tacos from simple to fancy, sweet and decadent

Chapter 13. Fusion Tacos

taco fusion from cuisines around the world

PARTE TRES: TOPPINGS, SIDES, AND DRINKS

Chapter 14. Top that Taco

recipes for chile-lime peanuts, crema, queso fresco, and more

Chapter 15. Salsas and Guacamoles

authentic recipes for salsas, guacamoles, and hot sauces

Chapter 16. Sides

flavorful recipes for cooking rice, beans, potatoes, and more

Chapter 17. Bebidas

horchata, aguas frescas, and other refreshing drinks

Resources

Glossary

Acknowledgments

About the Author

Index