Jun 09 2026

Tacos Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Choice of meat with toppings

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Ingredients

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Taco Shells

Choice of Meat

Method

Prepare Taco Shells

  1. 1

    Heat the Tortillas

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the corn tortillas one at a time, cooking for about 30 seconds on each side until they are warmed and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.

Cook the Meat

  1. 2

    Brown the Ground Beef

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

  2. 3

    Season the Meat

    Once the beef is browned, drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning and salt, along with 1/4 cup of water. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Assemble Tacos

  1. 4

    Layer the Ingredients

    Take a heated taco shell and fill it with a generous portion of the seasoned beef. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and chopped cilantro as desired.

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