The BEST episodes of Taco Chronicles season 1

Every episode of Taco Chronicles season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Taco Chronicles season 1!

An eye-opening, mouth-watering exploration through the long, rich history of the world's best tacos.

Last Updated: 12/25/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing
Barbacoa
star
8.00
19 votes

#1 - Barbacoa

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/12/2019

Every time barbacoa is prepared, it starts in the same place: a big hole in the ground. It doesn’t get much more humble -- or delicious -- than that.

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Asada
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7.89
19 votes

#2 - Asada

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/12/2019

From Tijuana to Hermosillo to Sonora to Downtown LA, carne asada reigns supreme. But the most flavorful meat is nothing without the perfect tortilla.

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Canasta
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7.80
25 votes

#3 - Canasta

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/12/2019

No matter the filling, canasta tacos are truly beloved. Get to know this street-food favorite and one of its most dynamic purveyors: Lady Basket Tacos.

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Guisado
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7.65
20 votes

#4 - Guisado

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/12/2019

With guisados tacos, it’s not just the meat -- it’s the stew. We visit with some of the most notable "stew taco" cooks in both Mexico and Los Angeles.

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Pastor
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7.52
29 votes

#5 - Pastor

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/12/2019

Savory, pork-based al pastor tacos are a street-food staple of Mexico City. But they actually have origins that stem back to ancient Asia Minor.

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Carnitas
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7.50
26 votes

#6 - Carnitas

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/12/2019

If you like tacos, you likely know carnitas. But did you know its roots go back to the Aztecs? Take a trip to Michoacán, the world’s carnitas capital.

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