How to Make Carne Apache

Carne Apache is a spicy meat and vegetable mixture, similar to the taco. Traditionally, the meat isn't cooked, but is marinated overnight with plenty of lemon juice, which will actually "cook" the meat. However, Carne Apache is perfectly delicious with the lean meat cooked ahead of time. This recipes serves 3 to 4 people.

Things You'll Need

• 1 b. lean ground beef
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup lemon juice
• 1 diced tomato
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/4 cup minced cilantro
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Flour tortillas
• Hot sauce

Instructions

1. Cook the lean ground beef and the minced garlic in a heavy skillet until no pink remains in the ground beef.

2. Spread the cooked ground beef evenly in a shallow baking dish and pour the lemon juice over the top. Stir the mixture with a fork.

3. Leave the Carne Apache in the refrigerator overnight, but mix it occasionally with a fork to blend the flavors.

4. Stir the tomato, onion and minced cilantro into the Carne Apache. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.

5. Serve the Carne Apache on flour tortillas. Garnish the Carne Apache with minced cilantro, if desired. Add a bit of hot sauce before serving, or serve the hot sauce on the side.

Tips & Warnings

• If you prefer a spicier Carne Apache, add two chopped jalapeno peppers.

• Garnish the top of the Carne Apache with a dollop of sour cream.