How to Build the Ultimate Taco Bar
The simple steps to creating an amazing taco bar right at home.
Are you hosting a fun Cinco de Mayo party or having some friends over for a fabulous Tex-Mex feast? Setting up the ultimate taco bar is as simple as putting together your favorite ingredients. Delicious tacos require a variety of options and toppings and a great taco bar is no exception. We’ve put together some simple steps to help you create an amazing taco experience on a buffet table right in your own home.
1 Start with Tortillas and Shells
Every taco starts with either a soft or crispy tortilla. Offer your guests a variety of corn or flour tortillas, as well as crispy taco shells, placed at the beginning of your taco bar or buffet. Make sure you have tongs to ensure easy serving.
2 Meat and Cheese
Right next to the tortillas and shells, you’ll want to place the meat and cheese. The most common taco meat is seasoned ground beef; however, feel free to go with seasoned chicken, grilled steak or a variety of all three.
As for the cheese, go with a shredded Mexican blend that includes cheddar, Monterrey jack and/or pepper jack. Queso fresco is also a great addition!
3 Salsa
When it comes to salsa, more is always better! Offer your guests a couple options like salsa verde or a chunky pico de gallo. It’s also a good idea to offer salsas that are mild and then another with more heat for a bit of variety.
4 Extra Toppings
Next, be sure to place additional toppings like sour cream, guacamole and lettuce on your taco bar as well.
5 Add Some Heat!
Some like it hot! For all those spicy fans out there, offer up some sliced jalapeños along with a variety of hot sauces to top off the tacos.
6 Enjoy!
The best part of setting up a taco bar is that your guests can serve themselves anytime they like. This also frees up you, the host, to spend time with your friends and enjoy a few tacos yourself!
