Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa MesaTacos Recipe

Tacos Recipe

Inspired by La Mesa
Time30m
Serves3

Three soft corn tacos with your choice of meat.

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Ingredients

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Taco Shells

Meat Filling

Method

Prepare the Taco Shells

  1. 1

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable. Keep them warm by covering with a clean kitchen towel.

Cook the Meat Filling

  1. 2

    Sauté the Onion and Garlic

    In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

  2. 3

    Brown the Ground Beef

    Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

  3. 4

    Season the Meat

    Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spices are fragrant and everything is evenly combined.

Assemble the Tacos

  1. 5

    Build the Tacos

    Take a warm tortilla and fill it with a generous portion of the seasoned ground beef. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa to your liking.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings. Serve immediately while warm.

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