A La Carte Taco Recipe
Make A La Carte Taco Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Taco Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Beef
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add Seasoning
Drain any excess fat, then add the taco seasoning to the beef. Stir in 2/3 cup of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 3
Prepare Taco Shells
While the beef is simmering, prepare the taco shells according to the package instructions.
- 4
Assemble Tacos
Fill each taco shell with the seasoned beef, then top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, and cilantro as desired.
- 5
Serve
Serve the tacos immediately and enjoy!

