Tacos de Sesos (Mexico)
Tacos de Sesos are a traditional Mexican street taco featuring braised beef or pork brains as the main filling, typically served on small corn tortillas with salsa, onions, and cilantro. This dish is most commonly found in central Mexico, particularly in Mexico City and the surrounding states, and is a classic example of the country's rich offal-based culinary tradition.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates coming from the tortilla. It is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and iron, with a typical serving containing roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8.5 mcg |
| Iron | 4.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Zinc | 3.8 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.5 mg |
| Choline | 210 mg |
Per 2 tacos (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Tacos de Sesos highlight the Mexican culinary principle of 'nose-to-tail' eating, utilizing parts of the animal often overlooked in other cuisines. Nutritionally, brain is one of the most nutrient-dense organ meats, packed with DHA and phosphatidylserine, compounds important for brain health.
