Cool Dads don't admit defeat, especially when it comes to their grilling. When it comes to grilling, the Cool Dads take the approach of the US Postal Service: neither wind, nor rain, nor snow will keep them from grilling tasty food. In the Wisconsin test kitchen, we take pride in grilling year round. This past February when it seemed like winter was never going to end; we cranked the heat up a few more degrees in the house, made a pitcher of margaritas and slapped some burgers on the grill... which was buried in over a foot of snow. But it's amazing what a grilled cheeseburger and a tasty Corona margarita will do for your soul.
With the traditional definition of grilling season coming to a close soon (not yet in Arkansas); the Arkansas test kitchen was looking for some new ways to grill. We came across the ultimate tailgate recipe: Make Your Own Tacos using Carne Asada (which means Grilled Meat), and tomatillo salsa. This recipe is great; because your guests can customize their tacos, based on their preferences.
Carne Asada Tacos
Taco Recipe:
1 package flour tortillas warmed
1 lb. Carne Asada Meat (recipe below)
1 package taco rice (I used Knorr brand)
1 can black beans
2 tomatoes, diced
1 onion, died
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 package Kraft Mexican style cheese
Salsa Verde (recipe below)
Carne Asada Recipe:
Juice from 2 lemons
6 tablespoons of water
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
Salt (to taste)
1 lb. Flank or Skirt steak
Oil for the grill
1. Place lemon juice, water, garlic powder, salt and steak into a Ziploc bag, and massage the marinade into the meat.
2. Place meat and marinade combination into the refrigerator for 1 - 3 hours
3. Preheat grill or grill pan (if grilling inside) to medium-high heat
4. Oil grill, then place meat on the grill
5. Grill approximately 3 minutes per side
6. Place meat on a cutting board and allow to rest for at least 5 minutes before cutting
7. Cut meat into 1/2" strips, then cut into small chunks for easier taco assembly
Salsa Verde Recipe
10 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
2 jalapenos, halved and seeded
1 bunch fresh cilantro(leaves and stem)
1/2 small onion
2 cloves garlic
salt to taste
1. Add all ingredients into a medium sauce pan of boiling water
2. Reduce heat to a simmer
3. Cook until everything has softened, approximately 10 minutes
4. Let cool
5. Transfer tomatillos, jalapenos, cilantro, onion, and garlic into a blender or food processor
6. Puree until smooth
7. Season with salt as needed
8. Thin with liquid from sauce pan if needed
If you have never hear about Tomatillos, click this Wikipedia link to tomatillo. And also? You're seriously missing out. Tomatillo salsa is the bomb!
These tacos didn't last long in the Arkansas test kitchen. The meat was well seasoned, and the other ingredients helped to make a flavorful, healthy dinner. Q-doba and Chipotle don't have anything on these delicious tacos. My family has already told me I have to make these again. What better compliment can you get?!
And now- some football picks! This is a serious week for fantasy football- it's Wisconsin test kitchen vs. Arkansas test kitchen, and we anticipate some major smack talk! Not to mention, the Arkansas test kitchen is composed of Bears fans, and we all know the Wisconsin test kitchen is part of Packer Nation... which means Monday night is going to be relentless.
Tennessee vs. Saint Louis
Dad #1: Titans (what does STL have left to play for anyway?!)
Dad #2: Titans
Buffalo vs. Kansas City
Dad #1: Chiefs
Dad #2: Chiefs
Dallas vs. Minnesota
Dad #1: Cowboys
Dad #2: Cowboys
New Orleans vs. NYJ
Dad #1: Jets
Dad #2: Saints
Washington vs. San Diego
Dad #1: Chargers
Dad #2: Chargers
Carolina vs. Atlanta
Dad #1: Falcons
Dad #2: Panthers
Philly vs. Oakland
Dad #1: Raiders
Dad #2: Eagles
Tampa Bay vs. Seattle
Dad #1: Seahawks
Dad #2: Seahawks
Baltimore vs. Cleveland
Dad #1: Browns
Dad #2: Browns
New England vs. Pittsburgh
Dad #1: Patriots
Dad #2: Patriots
Houston vs. Indy
Dad #1: Colts
Dad #2: Colts
Green Bay vs. Chicago
Dad #1: Bears
Dad #2: PACKERS!!!! Besides, Jay Cutler has that sprained uterus, and won't be playing...
Hope you have a great weekend filled with football, food and family.
Stay Cool,
The Cool Dads Cook Crew
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