Tacos are one of those deceptively simple foods. It's really just a tortilla, some seasoned meat, and maybe some cilantro and onion. So what is the secret to a great taco? First of all, for a traditional taco, it must be built on the solid foundation of quickly-sauteed corn tortilla, or maybe two. The meat is paramount. At Tacos Loco in Troy, OH (stay with me here), they really serve one of the best versions around.
Today I treated my self to a trio of these beauties: Chorizo, carne asada, and cabeza. When I take people here, the cabeza is usually where we part ways. Too bad for them! Cabeza is basically stewed beef head, cooked with onions, garlic and spices, until the meat falls off the bones. The meat, fortified with the gelatinous goodness of the head, makes for one awesome taco filling.
This place makes some great chile and avocado sauces to accompany the tacos. Check out my memorable meal map to find this taco cart. Overall a great place. Carmen works the griddle, and she was nice enough to let me take her picture. Why not...who wouldn't be proud of those tacos?
If you want to know more about great tacos, check out this article in Texas Monthly magazine about the 63 tacos you must eat before you die. That is a mission I may have to work on.
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