50 Beloved Mexican Restaurants Across America
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Big Star - Chicago, IL
A self-proclaimed "late-night honky tonk in the heart of Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood," Big Star takes its tacos very seriously. The restaurant is located in a former gas station, where country vibes meet rock 'n' roll, and bourbon is a house specialty. Although unconventional, the concept works, and the tacos al pastor made with marinated, spit-roasted pork shoulder are simply divine. It also offers one of the most coveted patios in the neighborhood, but if you're heading to a ball game, try Big Star's second location, right across from Wrigley Field.
Get this: Al pastor tacos with marinated pork shoulder, grilled pineapple, grilled onion and cilantro; the queso fundido is a big hit, too.
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These quick and easy chicken quesadillas are the perfect, last-minute family dinner!
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup of chives, chopped
- 1 tsp. of Mexican spice mix
- 4 Tortillas
- Cheddar
- Salt, to taste
METHOD:
- Put shredded chicken breast, tomato sauce, chives, and mexican spice mix in a bowl and mix together.
- Lay out the tortillas. Place a slice of cheddar in the center, and cover with the chicken mix.
- Fold up tortillas, and heat in a frying pan until golden.
- Enjoy!