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Blackstone Outdoor Flat-Top Griddle Cookbook · Beef & PorkAmerican BBQ & Griddle

Chorizo and Potato Street Tacos with Cotija Cheese

By Marcus J. Miller · US & Metric Measurements · Ready in 26 min

★★★★★4.8
·(34 home cook ratings)·✓ Tested in US Kitchens

Sizzling backyard Chorizo and Potato Street Tacos with Cotija Cheese cooked on a hot cast-iron Blackstone flat-top griddle. Delivers steakhouse sear, crispy caramelized edges, and smoky diner flavor using Mexican pork chorizo and diced russet potatoes.

Digestive Note: Griddle Pitmaster Note: Two-zone flat-top cooking (425°F sear zone + 325°F finishing zone) locks in juices while building diner-style crust.
Prep: 12 min
Cook: 14 min
Total: 26 min
Servings: 4
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Ingredients (7)

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Nutrition FactsPer Serving
Calories
388 kcal
Total Fat
20g
Protein
38g
Carbs
6g
Sodium: 828mgFiber: 2g
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Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Preheat your Blackstone flat-top griddle over medium-high heat until the cast-iron surface reaches 400°F–425°F (205°C–218°C).
2
Apply a thin layer of high-smoke-point avocado oil across the cooking zone and set up a cooler 325°F warming zone on one side.
3
Place Mexican pork chorizo directly onto the hot steel without moving for 2–3 minutes to build a deep golden Maillard crust.
4
Flip with a heavy beveled griddle spatula, add diced russet potatoes, corn tortillas, and cotija cheese, and cook for 11 minutes.
5
Finish with cilantro, dome-steam for 30 seconds if melting cheese, and transfer immediately to warm plates.

💡 Chef Tips for Best Results

  • ✓Keep a squeeze bottle of water and a melting dome next to your Blackstone to steam vegetables or melt cheese in seconds.
  • ✓Always scrape food residue into the rear grease trap while the griddle is still warm, then rub with 1 tsp oil to protect your seasoning.
  • ✓Bring Mexican pork chorizo out of the fridge 15 minutes before griddling and pat bone-dry for the crispiest sear.

🧊 Storage, Freezing & Safe Reheating

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container at 40°F (4°C) for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat to 165°F (74°C) before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature should my Blackstone griddle be for Chorizo and Potato Street Tacos with Cotija Cheese?

Aim for 400°F–425°F (medium-high) for searing meats and 350°F (medium) for eggs, tortillas, or delicate sauces.

What is the best oil to use on a Blackstone flat-top?

Avocado oil or refined canola oil works best for initial high-heat searing (smoke point > 450°F), followed by real butter in the final minute for flavor.

📖 More Recipes from Blackstone Outdoor Flat-Top Griddle Cookbook

Adapted from Blackstone Outdoor Flat-Top Griddle Cookbook by Marcus J. Miller. Explore all 100 recipes in this collection or look up the print & Kindle edition on Amazon.

MJ

Recipe by Marcus J. Miller

Adapted from Blackstone Outdoor Flat-Top Griddle Cookbook and edited for American kitchens by the RecipeVault Pro editorial team — US & metric measurements, USDA-safe doneness temperatures, and practical tips. Our editorial policy

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