Lorenza Taco

A Lorenza taco is a popular taco that originated in the state of Sonora, Mexico. Like every region in Mexico, Sonoran people have come up with their special taco, which is a cross between a tostada and a taco. Its main characteristic is that it is topped with refried beans, cheese, and grilled steak cut into squares, served with salsa and a typical garnish of coriander and onion.

This special kind of taco is believed to have been created by a taco vendor in Hermosillo, Sonora named Lorenza, who was known for her innovative tacos. Lorenza’s tacos soon became very popular and then spread to other parts of Sonora and eventually across taquerias in Mexico.

If you are visiting Mexico and come across Sonora-style taquerias, you will likely be able to order this type of taco from the menu.

What are Lorenza’s tacos’ main ingredients:

• Steak: Use good quality steak. We especially recommend sirloin for a lean and flavourful option, while flank or skirt steak is commonly used due to its flavour and marbling. You can also use a mix of sirloin and skirt.
• Refried Beans: Simply reheat Gran Luchito Chipotle Refried Beans for quick homemade-style beans. This is a key ingredient in Lorenza’s tacos as the first layer, providing flavour and helping to hold the taco’s toppings.
• Tortillas: Corn tortillas are traditionally used and toasted over the grill until they become crispy. For wheat tortilla lovers, you can also make Lorenza’s tacos using Gran Luchito Soft Tacos toasted over the grill for an equally delicious result.
• Cheese: A small amount of grated cheese goes over the refried beans to melt. We recommend Chihuahua-style cheese, Cheddar, or Monterey Jack.
• Salsa: Like every taco, it cannot be complete without a good salsa. Try Gran Luchito Mango-Habanero Salsa, Smoky Chipotle, or Tomatillo Salsa and pick your favourite.

We recommend serving Lorenzas with our recipe for Mexican slaw, homemade guacamole or pico de gallo.