15+ Taco Recipes for Taco Tuesday
On May 16, 2025
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Hey Grill Hey is no stranger to Taco Tuesday, and this guide contains over 15 unique taco recipes. On top of that, you’ll find recipes for homemade tortillas, salsas, toppings, and everything else you need for your family’s next Taco Tuesday.
Hey Grill Hey Taco Night
At Hey Grill Hey, Taco Tuesday isn’t just a weekly meal, it’s basically a holiday. We’re always looking for new ways to load up smoky, flavorful BBQ into a tortilla, and over the years, I’ve built up quite the collection of taco recipes. This guide rounds up over a dozen of our favorite taco creations, plus recipes for everything else you need for your next Taco Tuesday feast.
Whether you’re a taco purist or like to mix it up with bold flavors, you’re in the right place. Now, let’s taco ’bout it.
Classic Taco Recipes
No matter what protein you’re into—beef, chicken, pork, or seafood—there’s a taco recipe here with your name on it. Check out these favorite go-to recipes so you can deliver every time.
Beef Tacos
Beef is rich and hearty, so it holds up beautifully to bold seasonings and smoky cooking methods. It’s perfect for slow braises or quick grills, and everything in between.
Smoked Birria Tacos
This tender beef is slow-cooked in a flavorful braise, then shredded and wrapped up in a corn tortilla with cheese and fresh toppings. Remember to save the braising liquid so you can dip your tacos for an authentic birria experience.
More Beef Taco Recipes
While these Birria Tacos are amazing, they’re far from the only beef taco option. I’ve got plenty of recipes so you can keep the menu fresh:
Chicken Tacos
When it comes to tacos, chicken is the ultimate blank canvas. It soaks up flavor from marinades, rubs, and salsas like a champ, so it cooks up juicy and delicious on the grill or smoker.
Grilled Chicken Tacos
Dusted with a punchy taco seasoning, then topped with homemade roasted tomatillo salsa, these chicken tacos put the rest to shame.
More Chicken Taco Recipes
If chicken is your thing, I’ve got dozens of smoked and grilled options perfect for tacos. In the meantime, here’s a flavorful option to try next:
Pork Tacos
When you want juicy, tender meat with bold flavor, pork brings it.. It’s especially delicious when smoked low and slow or seared to perfection with crispy edges.
Smoked Al Pastor Tacos
This rich and savory Smoked Al Pastor gets a chili marinade, then smokes to tender glory. If you’re a fan of al pastor, you’ll love this smoky version of the delicious classic.
More Pork Taco Recipes
Pork doesn’t get the taco love it deserves, but these recipes are sure to help you change people’s minds:
Seafood Tacos
Seafood is a great choice when you want to bring fresh, vibrant flavor to your Taco Tuesday lineup. Whether you’re grilling shrimp or frying up crispy fish, these tacos are quick to make with off-the-hook flavor.
Grilled Shrimp Tacos
These grilled shrimp tacos are Tex-Mex inspired and bursting with flavor. They’ve got everything you love: crisp grilled corn tortillas, shrimp with just a kiss of heat, fresh pineapple salsa, and a savory avocado crema.
Baja Fish Tacos
These Baja Fish Tacos get a dip in seasoned batter before being fried to crispy, golden perfection. This recipe also includes a creamy slaw that will elevate any taco.
More Fish Taco Recipes
Fish is already a big flavor, and these Baja bad boys can overwhelm picky eaters. Check out these simple fish favorites so you can cater to the kids at your fiesta:
The Best Taco Seasoning Recipes
Whether you’re smoking brisket or searing shrimp, a bold, balanced seasoning is what brings it all together. When you use the right seasoning, you take your tacos from average to unforgettable.
Hey Grill Hey Fiesta Rub
When you want a do-it-all seasoning, my Fiesta Rub is the ultimate taco night powerhouse. Smoky, citrusy, and a little sweet, a bit spicy, this stuff is amazing used as a dry rub, stirred it into marinades, or sprinkled over smoked and shredded BBQ.
More Taco Seasoning Recipes
If you’re looking for a seasoning to enhance the flavor of your protein without overwhelming it, I’ve got you covered:
Homemade Tortilla Recipes
If you’ve never made your own tortillas, this is your sign. A good taco starts with the base, so using fresh-grilled tortillas takes the whole meal up a notch.
Salsas Recipes and Toppings for Taco Night
The right salsas and toppings can take your tacos to the next level. Whether you’re after something spicy, smoky, creamy, or crunchy, loading up your taco bar with a variety of colors and flavors is the secret to a legendary Taco Tuesday. From homemade salsas to fresh toppings, these add-ons are anything but optional.
Mexican Street Corn Salsa
Loaded with Cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and a blast of zesty lime, this creamy salsa makes the perfect topper for any kind of taco. This was inspired by my Elote and Esquites, which also pair deliciously with tacos.
More Salsa Recipes
Taco Bar Toppings
- shredded cheese
- diced tomatoes
- diced onions
- fresh cilantro
- pickled jalapeños
- sour cream
- lime wedges
- shredded lettuce
- pickled red onions
More Mexican-Inspired Recipes
If you’re ever feeling taco-ed out (which seems unlikely), I’ve got even more Mexican-style recipes. You can find them all in your Recipe Library, as well as the Hey Grill Hey App, but these favorites will get you started:
Vegetables
Grilled Chile Relleno with Two Salsas
Steak
Carne Asada Fries
Chicken
Hot Honey Chicken Nachos
Do Taco Tuesday Right with Hey Grill Hey
Don’t let your Taco Tuesday be basic, especially not when you’ve got the grill fired up and these recipes ready to go. Use this guide to create your own taco night masterpiece, complete with from-scratch tortillas, bold fillings, and a salsa lineup that steals the show.
Hungry for more? Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, and my YouTube channel for even more taco night inspiration. Now get out there and make tacos like a real Backyard BBQ Hero.
