Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRubamba RestaurantSingle Taco Gringo With Ground Beef Recipe

Single Taco Gringo With Ground Beef Recipe

Inspired by Rubamba Restaurant
Time20m
Serves1

One crispy taco, seasoned ground beef, lettuce, monterey cheese + pico de gallo.

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Ingredients

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Taco Shell

Ground Beef Filling

Method

Prepare the Taco Shell

  1. 1

    Heat the Taco Shell

    Place the taco shell in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes or until crispy.

Cook the Ground Beef

  1. 2

    Brown the Beef

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned.

  2. 3

    Season the Beef

    Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Assemble the Taco

  1. 4

    Build the Taco

    In the crispy taco shell, layer the seasoned ground beef, followed by shredded lettuce, Monterey cheese, and a spoonful of pico de gallo.

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