Top tips for building the perfect taco

Thanks to the Taste Dinner Delivery by the new Holden Trax, one lucky Taste reader got the chance to enjoy some margaritas, fried chicken, some delicious soft tacos, zingy salads and churros – all delivered right to her doorstep from Mexico restaurant.

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The Mexico Group came to the party and lent us their executive head chef, Peter Jackson, who was dropped off by Taste editor Kristina in the new Burning Hot Holden Trax.

Peter designed a bespoke menu especially for the occasion which include two of his speciality taco’s; the Beef Arrachera and the Braised Agave Baby Carrot.

See video above for how the delivery day went down.

Peter’s top tips for building the perfect taco – “It’s all about building flavour and textures”:

You’ll need a salsa, mole, cream or adobo.
The star should be your protein or main vegetable component if it’s vegetarian.
Citrus-cured onion, fresh slaw (pumpkin, cabbage & carrot) pickled vegetables or something lively that complements the hero element is a must.
Crunch is really important. Toasted, candied or spiced seeds & nuts, deep fried kale, or yeast battered onion work well.
Garnish with something refreshing. Coriander, sorrel, parsley, or mint are great. You want something that will help offer some palate relief and also balance the bold flavours.

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