Taco Night

#9 and #10/52 new recipes for 2025

i make tacos pretty frequently, but these were significantly different recipes. Both were delicious.

#9/52 Mango Jalapeno Carnitas

#10/52 Orange marinade smoked tritip.

the tri tip was not quite as tender as I would have liked, but still over the top delicious and a great smoky flavor.

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