World Flavors Cookbook

Tacos de Sesos

Delicate and creamy beef brain, seasoned and lightly fried, served in soft tortillas.

Cuisine: Mexico

Ingredients

• 500g fresh beef brains, cleaned
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Epazote or fresh cilantro
• Corn tortillas
• Oil or lard for frying

Instructions

1. Carefully rinse brains and remove any excess membrane. Blanch in boiling salted water for 5 minutes, then drain and chop.
2. Sauté onion and garlic in a pan. Add the chopped brains and cook gently.
3. Add epazote or cilantro for flavor. Season with salt.
4. The texture will be creamy, similar to scrambled eggs.
5. Serve on warm tortillas with mild salsa.