Taco Bell Recipe
Make Taco Bell Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Taco Shells
Meat Filling
Toppings
Method
Prepare Taco Shells
- 1
Heat the Oil
Pour the vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until hot.
- 2
Fry the Tortillas
Carefully place one corn tortilla in the hot oil. Fry for about 30 seconds on each side until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- 3
Season with Salt
Once fried, place the tortillas on a paper towel to absorb excess oil and sprinkle with salt while still hot.
Prepare Meat Filling
- 4
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, add the ground beef and cook over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- 5
Add Taco Seasoning
Once the beef is browned, stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Assemble Tacos
- 6
Fill Taco Shells
Take a crispy taco shell and fill it with a generous scoop of the meat filling.
- 7
Add Toppings
Top the meat with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and sliced jalapeños according to your preference.
- 8
Serve
Serve the tacos immediately while they're hot and enjoy!