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Smoked BBQ Beef Tacos with Roasted Corn Salsa

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These loaded tacos are packed with tender, smoky shredded beef, topped with a creamy, tangy elote-style corn salsa, and drizzled in chipotle crema—all wrapped in a charred, buttery flour tortilla for a bold, flavor-packed handheld feast.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • Wood chips for smoking (hickory or mesquite recommended)
  • 1 1/2 cups grilled corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and chili powder to taste
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotles
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice (for crema)
  • Salt to taste (for crema)
  • 6 flour tortillas, lightly grilled or warmed with butter

Instructions

  1. Rub the beef chuck roast with olive oil and all the spices (smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper).
  2. Smoke at 225°F (107°C) for 3–4 hours or until internal temperature reaches 190°F–200°F (88°C–93°C) and meat is fork-tender. Let rest, then shred.
  3. To make the corn salsa, mix together grilled corn, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and chili powder. Chill until ready to serve.
  4. For the chipotle crema, stir together sour cream, adobo sauce, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
  5. Warm or grill tortillas and spread with butter if desired.
  6. Assemble each taco with shredded smoked beef, a generous spoonful of corn salsa, and a drizzle of chipotle crema.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges and extra crema on the side.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the beef is perfectly tender and safe.
  • For a shortcut, use leftover smoked beef or a slow cooker for the meat.
  • Roast corn directly on the grill for added smoky flavor.
  • Tortillas can be replaced with corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.

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