Grilled Tripe Tacos with Spicy Salsa Verde

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-10 · Updated 2026-07-10

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Tender grilled tripe seasoned with smoky spices, paired with a tangy and spicy salsa verde for an exciting taco experience inspired by Kansas City flavors. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe, ready in about 130 minutes, pairs cleaned beef tripe, olive oil, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 110 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 pound cleaned beef tripe
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 corn tortillas
6 medium, husked and rinsed tomatillos
1 medium, stemmed jalapeño
1/2 small, chopped white onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp salt for salsa

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 pound cleaned beef tripe. Simmer for 1.5 hours until tender, then drain and let cool.
Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cut tripe into 1-inch strips and toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Step 3: Grill tripe strips for 3-4 minutes per side until edges are crispy and slightly charred.
Step 4: To make salsa verde, roast 6 medium tomatillos and 1 medium jalapeño on a hot skillet until blackened on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer to blender along with 1/2 small chopped white onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt. Blend until smooth.
Step 5: Warm 8 corn tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds per side.
Step 6: Assemble tacos by placing grilled tripe on each tortilla and topping with a generous spoonful of the spicy salsa verde. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Tripe Tacos with Spicy Salsa Verde take to make?

Total time is about 130 minutes (20 min prep + 110 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Tripe Tacos with Spicy Salsa Verde?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cleaned beef tripe from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Tripe Tacos with Spicy Salsa Verde?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Tripe Tacos with Spicy Salsa Verde for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Tripe Tacos with Spicy Salsa Verde?

Mexican tacos & burritos like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.