Keep in mind what you put on top of the lettuce. If you spread hot meat over the lettuce, it could wilt. Consider layering cheese, beans, or rice on top of the lettuce.
Be prepared in the event that filling does fall out or your hard shell breaks. Have a fork or chips nearby to scoop up any filling and shell that ends up on your plate.
This is also useful for loading up your taco.
Rather than load up your soft taco with salsa or sour cream, think about dipping the wrapped taco in those condiments instead. This reduces the chance of your taco splitting open or becoming soggy.
If you’re really messy or the tacos are very saucy, keep some wet naps around the table.
Meats - ground or shredded chicken, beef, pork Beans - pinto, black, or refried Rice - brown, Spanish, or white Fish - fried or grilled halibut, tuna, cod, or whatever you usually favor
Try Manchego if you’re using chorizo, salsa verde, or sour cream. Use Cheddar with ground beef, crema, and jalapeños. Try Feta or Cotija with pork belly and pineapple. Use Mozzarella or Pepper Jack with hard chorizo, sauteed chard, and hominy.
Shredded cabbage Diced onions Grilled jalapeños Chopped cilantro Lime juice
Salsa Roja - This is the red pepper-based salsa that most people immediately think of when it comes to salsa. Tomatoes are optional and you can make it as spicy as you like. Avocado based: You can make it thick and pasty like guacamole, or leave it thinner with chunks of avocado. Pico de Gallo - This chopped and raw salsa usually consists of onions, tomatoes, and chili peppers. Salsa Verde - Again, you can make this green salsa as spicy or mild as you like. It’s typically made from tomatillos, chilis, and cilantro. Pineapple based: This is usually a mixture of finely chopped or large chunks of pineapple tossed with diced tomato, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. [3] X Research source
Barbecue - Use barbecued chicken with lots of tangy sauce, shredded cabbage, and cheese. [4] X Research source Breakfast - Use crispy potatoes, bacon, and cheese on top of scrambled eggs. [5] X Research source Green - Use sauteed greens, such as kale or spinach, sweet potato, avocado, and sour cream. [6] X Research source Leftover - Tacos don’t have to be labor-intensive, especially if you use leftovers. For example, don’t throw out that spaghetti or sloppy joe filling. Make spaghetti tacos or sloppy tacos and cover with your favorite taco toppings. [7] X Research source
