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Discada Recipe

Discada Recipe

Authentic discada recipe made with mixed meats and spices. A flavorful one-pan Mexican dish perfect for grilling or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 lb bacon (turkey bacon okay; adds rich base fat)
  • 1/2 lb Mexican-style chorizo
  • 1/2 lb ham, diced
  • 1 lb ground beef (or pork/turkey)
  • 4 hot dogs, sliced
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped (white or yellow)
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 2-3 jalapeños, sliced (optional; adds controlled heat)
  • 1-2 tbsp soy sauce
  • to taste Salt & pepper
  • Corn tortillas For Serving
  • Lime wedges For Serving
  • Fresh cilantro (optional) For Serving

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or Discada pan
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Chef’s knife
  • 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 Measuring cups & spoons
  • Tongs
  • Serving utensils / plates
  • Small bowls (Optional)
  • Ladle if serving with juices or sauces

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet or Discada pan over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the rendered fat.
  2. Brown the chorizo and ground beef, breaking apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
  3. Add ham and hot dogs and cook 3–4 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. Sauté vegetables: onion and bell peppers until softened (~5 min), then add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  5. Add tomatoes and jalapeños; cook 5 minutes until juices release.
  6. Deglaze with beer and soy sauce, scraping browned bits from the bottom. Simmer uncovered 15–20 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Season with salt & pepper, stir bacon back in.
  8. Serve hot with warm corn tortillas, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro.

Notes

Discada is best enjoyed fresh from the skillet with warm corn tortillas and a squeeze of lime. For extra flavor, use a mix of bacon, chorizo, ham, and beef. Adjust jalapeños for your preferred spice level.