Taco Gringo recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
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Taco Gringo Recipe

Inspired by Donkey Taqueria
Time30m
Serves12

Seasoned ground beef, pico de gallo, crema, cheddar cheese, lettuce, served on a hard shell.

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Ingredients

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Taco Gringo Ingredients

Method

Taco Gringo Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Ground Beef

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat.

  2. 2

    Season the Beef

    Stir in taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add a small amount of water if needed to help the seasoning mix. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Tacos

    In each hard taco shell, layer the seasoned beef, followed by pico de gallo, crema, shredded cheddar cheese, and lettuce.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Arrange the filled taco shells on a platter and serve immediately.

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