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Enjoying Tacos at Ten of Denver's Best Taquerias

January 9, 2019 5:54AM

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Danielle Lirette
Carne asada and pastor tacos at Beltran's Meat Market.
The tortilla is the cornerstone of Mexican cuisine, and what better way to enjoy a tortilla than as the foundation of a taco? Slow-cooked or quick-seared meats, chiles or nopales; a shower of fresh onions and cilantro; and a blazing salsa in red or green are all you need. Here are ten of our favorite taquerias in metro Denver.

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