In the Kitchen With: Alex Stupak’s Cheeseburger Tacos – Design*Sponge

If you had said to me “Let’s go get some cheeseburger tacos!” before last month, I would have looked at you with skepticism. That is, until I read chef Alex Stupak — of Empellon restaurants in New York — and food writer Jordana Rothman’s new book, Tacos: Recipes and Provocations. Now, not only do I want to go to Empellon Cocina, I really want to hop on a flight to Mexico City. But first, I want to try these at home! Read the story of the cheeseburger taco below; the recipe is made up of three components, the filling, the salsa roja, and the tortilla. A note on ingredients: If you are unable to find the chiles and cheese in your usual shops, we have provided links for online resources for the chiles, and Chef Stupak recommends a mild jack cheese if you are unable to find Chihuahua Cheese. —Kristina