Jul 14 2026

Tacos Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

Three soft or crispy tacos with your choice of filling.

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Ingredients

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Taco Shells

Protein Filling

Vegetable Toppings

Sauces and Seasonings

Method

Preparing the Filling

  1. 1

    Cook the Protein

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or ground chicken. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.

  2. 2

    Add Seasoning

    Stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water (about 1/4 cup). Mix well, and let simmer for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Prepare Black Beans

    If using black beans, rinse and drain them. Heat them in a separate pot until warmed through, about 3-5 minutes.

Preparing the Vegetables

  1. 4

    Chop Vegetables

    Finely chop the lettuce, dice the tomato, and onion, and roughly chop the cilantro.

Assembling the Tacos

  1. 5

    Warm Tortillas or Shells

    If using soft tortillas, warm them in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side. If using crispy shells, just prepare according to the package instructions.

  2. 6

    Fill the Tacos

    In each taco shell, add a portion of the cooked protein, followed by black beans (if using), and top with chopped vegetables.

  3. 7

    Add Sauces

    Drizzle sour cream, sprinkle shredded cheese, and add salsa on top of each taco.

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