Crispy Ground Beef Tacos
Crispy Ground Beef Tacos are a flavorful and fun meal that brings joy to any dinner table. With seasoned beef wrapped in crunchy taco shells and topped with fresh ingredients, these tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can create a delicious experience filled with vibrant flavors and delightful textures that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 8 crispy taco shells
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 avocado, sliced
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and half a cup of water to the beef. Stir well and simmer for five minutes until thickened.
- Preheat your oven according to package instructions or fry corn tortillas in oil until crispy if making from scratch.
- Fill each taco shell generously with seasoned beef and layer on toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and avocado.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the fiesta!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg