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Crispy Ground Beef Tacos

Crispy Ground Beef Tacos: Crunchy Goodness Everyone Loves

Delightful crispy ground beef tacos made from scratch, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable for every taste.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Use an 80/20 blend for optimal juiciness
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning For tailored spice
For the Tacos
  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas Choose flour tortillas if you prefer a softer shell
  • 1 cup Oil Canola or vegetable oil for frying
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Lettuce Shredded iceberg or romaine
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced garden tomatoes
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt
  • to taste Hot Sauce Choose your favorite brand or make your own

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by gathering your ingredients for the crispy ground beef tacos. Chop fresh vegetables like lettuce and tomatoes, and gather other toppings such as shredded cheese and sour cream. This prep work should take about 15 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef. Break it apart with a spatula as it browns, cooking for approximately 10 minutes. Add taco seasoning and stir well.
  3. While the beef cooks, heat a separate pan over medium-high heat and add enough oil to cover the bottom. Fry the corn tortillas for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Assemble your crispy ground beef tacos by placing the fried beef into the crispy tortilla shell, topping with cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and any other desired toppings.
  5. Serve your crispy ground beef tacos immediately for the best texture and taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftover beef filling separately from crispy taco shells to maintain texture.

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