Tacos Recipe
Soft or crispy shells filled with your choice of meat.
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Ingredients
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Taco Shells
Taco Fillings
Seasoning
Method
Prepare the Taco Shells
- 1
Soft Tacos
Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- 2
Crispy Tacos
In a frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry each corn tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Cook the Meat
- 3
In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or chicken. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Drain any excess fat, then add taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the meat is fully cooked and the seasoning is well distributed.
Assemble the Tacos
- 5
Take a prepared taco shell (soft or crispy) and add a generous portion of the cooked meat.
- 6
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
- 7
- 8
Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.