Typically, most people have the same dishes week after week. The monotony of weekday meals can become very tiresome. Luckily, there are many ways to take your weekly meals and spice them up a little. A great idea is to take your favorite recipe, add a twist, and serve it different. For instance, tacos are a great recipe that can easily be tweaked and served in a new way. By featuring a taco bar at your weeknight meal, you will give your family variety and make a favorite meal more exciting.
A taco bar basically is way to have your family serve themselves. They build their own tacos, which is a favorite among kids. On your table, place your meat, tortillas and a variety of condiments for everyone to pick from. This takes less pressure off of the cook since they can sit back and enjoy the meal without tending to everyone else.
Meat And Tortillas
A great way to add variety to any type of taco dinner is offering different meats to choose from. Chicken and beef are always a favorite among many people and can easily be cooked in different ways to add diversity. To prepare chicken, simply cut up boneless, skinless chicken breasts in bite size pieces. Cook in a skillet while adding spices such as taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and cumin. Lime juice also can be added for extra flavor. You can do the same with ground beef or even sliced steak. Shrimp and fish can also be used, if desired. Try grilling your meats for a different flavoring and a healthier alternative. For an extra healthy alternative, try using ground turkey since it is both low in fat and can give your tacos extra seasoning. You can serve both corn and flour tortillas depending upon which one you prefer.
Condiments And Toppings
There are numerous condiments and toppings that you can add to your taco. Keep in mind that some people prefer spicy foods while some do not while planning which type of condiments you plan on serving. A few must haves are shredded cheese, salsa, and sour cream. Monterrey Jack, Cheddar, and Colby Jack cheeses are a few main types of cheese that are used on tacos. Onions, shredded lettuce, bell peppers and diced tomatoes are a few main toppings that people add to their tacos. Pico de gallo is usually served alongside all of your toppings as well.
When it comes to spice, the type of salsa you serve can also depend upon who you plan on serving. If you and your guests do not like spice, try using a mild salsa. If you and your guests love a lot of spice, try serving a hot salsa alongside hot sauce. Diced jalapenos can be served, too. For unique flavorings, try different types of salsas such as a mango salsa that can add a sweet, fruity flavor to your tacos. No matter what your spice level is, there are tons of different salsas for you to choose from. Try serving a few salsas to give your guests a choice.
