Tacos Recipe
Soft corn tortilla filled with your choice of protein.
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Ingredients
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Tortillas
Protein
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Protein
- 1
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Season the Beef
Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.
Tortilla Preparation
- 3
Warm the Tortillas
In a separate skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or until they are pliable and warm.
Assembling Tacos
- 4
Fill the Tortillas
Spoon a generous portion of the cooked ground beef mixture onto the center of each warm tortilla.
- 5
Add Toppings
Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and sliced jalapeños as desired.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Tacos
Serve the tacos immediately while they are warm, accompanied by extra toppings if desired.