Crispy Ground Beef Tacos
Delicious homemade crispy ground beef tacos, packed with flavors and perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (85/15 lean)
- 12 corn tortillas (white or yellow)
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Lettuce and other favorite toppings
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles.
- Season the meat with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper once fully cooked.
- Simmer the beef with tomato sauce and a splash of water for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Heat the oil in a separate small skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry each tortilla by dipping one side, folding it over, and holding it with tongs until crispy.
- Drain the shells upside down on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Fill each shell with meat, cheese, lettuce, and your favorite toppings immediately.
Notes
Experiment with toppings to customize your tacos. Ensure oil is hot for crispy shells.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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