Tacos Dorados Recipe
Crispy corn shells with your choice of shredded chicken, ground beef, or beef brisket. Topped with cheese, lettuce, and tomato. Served with rice and refried beans
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Ingredients
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Taco Shells
Filling
Toppings
Sides
Method
Prepare the Filling
- 1
Cook the Meat
In a skillet over medium heat, add the shredded chicken, ground beef, or beef brisket. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and cook until heated through and well combined.
Fry the Taco Shells
- 2
Heat Oil
In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Fry Tortillas
Once the oil is hot, carefully add a corn tortilla and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
Assemble the Tacos
- 4
Fill and Top
Once the taco shells are crispy, fill each shell with the cooked meat. Top with shredded cheese, lettuce, and diced tomato.
Serve
- 5
Plate it Up
Serve the tacos alongside cooked rice and refried beans for a complete meal.
