Taco Recipe

Heat the Oil

In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Fry the Tortillas

Once the oil is hot, carefully add one corn tortilla at a time and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Use tongs to flip and remove the tortillas, placing them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Shape the Shells

While the tortillas are still warm, gently fold them in half and place them in a taco holder or on a baking sheet to maintain their shape.

Cook the Beef

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to break it apart with a spatula as it cooks.

Add Seasoning and Water

Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked beef, then pour in the water. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.

Fill the Shells

Take each taco shell and fill it generously with the beef mixture.

Add Toppings

Top each filled taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced jalapeños as desired.