How to Make Kalbi-Style Braised Beef Cheek Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to tacos, there are endless possibilities for fillings and flavors. One unique and delicious option is Kalbi-style braised beef cheek tacos. This recipe combines tender, slow-cooked beef cheek with the savory and slightly sweet Korean-inspired flavors of Kalbi marinade, resulting in a truly unforgettable taco experience.

Beef cheeks are a wonderful cut of meat for braising, as they become incredibly tender and flavorful when cooked low and slow. The addition of the Kalbi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds beef cheeks
  • ¼ onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
  • ½ cup kimchi, or to taste
  • 8 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook beef cheeks until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion begins to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir chicken broth, soy sauce, green onions, sugar, and sesame oil into the pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer until beef cheeks are tender, about 2 hours.
  • Remove beef cheeks from the pot using a slotted spoon; cut into bite-size pieces. Arrange beef on a dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • Place a scoop of beef and some kimchi over each tortilla.
  • Nutrition

    721 cal.

    • Total Fat: 45g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 121mg
    • Sodium: 1583mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 114mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 218mg