Level up your taco game with these Smoked Beef Cheek Burnt End Tacos topped with a zesty Cilantro Lime Coleslaw. Tender, smoky beef cheeks seasoned and smoked to become delicious candy, topped with a tangy coleslaw to make every bite that much better. Perfect for any gathering, these tacos are sure to deliver.
INGREDIENTS (MEAT)
- 4 pounds beef cheeks, trimmed
- Yellow mustard
- Memphis Marinades 901 Reserve Rub or Mild Memphis Rub
- 1 cup Memphis Marinades Mild Memphis BBQ Sauce or Spicy Memphis BBQ Sauce
- 1.5 cups beef broth
INGREDIENTS (CILANTRO LIME COLESLAW)
- 1 bag (16oz) coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 3 green onions, sliced thin
- 5.3 oz of Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (1 large lime or 2 small limes)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
INGREDIENTS (FOR SERVING)
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Cotija or queso fresco cheese (optional)
- Hot Sauce (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat smoker to 275°F.
- Cut the beef cheeks into 2-inch cubes and place in a mixing bowl.
- Lather yellow mustard on the beef cheeks and then season generously with the 901 Reserve Rub or Mild Memphis Rub.
- Place the beef cheeks in the smoker for 2 hours or until the bark forms.
- Once the bark is formed, place the beef cheeks in a medium aluminum tray and mix with Mild Memphis BBQ Sauce or Spicy Memphis BBQ and beef broth.
- Cover the tray with aluminum foil and place back in the smoker for 2 hours or until the meat is tender.
- Combine the Greek yogurt, mayo, honey, lime juice, salt, black pepper and cayenne in a bowl.
- Place the coleslaw mix, cilantro, and green onions in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the dressing on the coleslaw and toss until evenly mixed. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- Build your tacos with the beef cheeks, coleslaw and any additional favorite toppings.
- Enjoy.