Crispy Tacos

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A crispy beef taco is my favorite thing to make for busy weeknights. Filled with a flavorful meat mixture, melty cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortillas, this taco recipe comes together quickly and delivers the perfect crunch in every first bite.

Prep Time30

Cook Time10

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings:

Calories: 313kcal

Author: Lizzy Cascalheira

Ingredients

Mix

1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 packet taco seasoning
2 tablespoons tomato paste
8 yellow corn tortillas or flour tortillas
1 ½ cups cheddar cheese shredded
Olive oil f for frying

Optional

can green chiles or green chilies
refried beans

Toppings

Lime juice for serving
Cilantro chopped to sprinkle
Peruvian Sauce
Queso Sauce

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato paste, green chilis, and water. Simmer the meat mixture over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry one side of the corn tortilla for about 1 minute per side.
Add the beef mixture and cheddar cheese, then fold the corn tortilla in half and press down until golden brown and crispy on each side.
Transfer to a pan and place in the oven at 350º degrees for about 10 minutes to make them extra crispy and warm. Serve with any topping that you prefer.

Notes

Air Fryer Method

Place the tacos on a parchment paper lined baking sheet or sheet pan. Brush the tops of the tortillas lightly with olive oil or vegetable oil. Air fry at 400°F for 6-8 minutes until the top of the tacos becomes crispy and golden brown.

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