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Quick & Crispy Beef Tacos
Save your weeknight with these incredibly fast and crispy beef tacos! By frying the tortillas with a savory beef and cheese filling, you get a perfect crunch in every bite. A family-friendly, no-fuss dinner that's ready in under 30 minutes.
👥 8 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 30 min⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 15 min👤 Daniel Mercer📖 cookfastrecipes
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- skillet
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and cook until soft and translucent, about ⏱️ 2-3 minutes.
medium onion, finely chopped1/2
2
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until browned, about ⏱️ 4-5 minutes.
3
Stir in the tomato paste and taco seasoning until the beef is coated. Add water or beef broth and let it simmer for ⏱️ 3-4 minutes until the liquid has mostly evaporated. Season with salt to taste.
tomato paste2 tablespoonstaco seasoning2 tablespoonsSalt to taste
4
Lay a tortilla flat. On one half, sprinkle mozzarella cheese, top with the beef filling, and add another layer of cheese. Fold the other half of the tortilla over and press gently.
5
Heat 3-4 tablespoons of oil in a clean skillet over medium heat. Fry the tacos in batches for about ⏱️ 1 minute per side, until golden brown and crispy.
6
Transfer cooked tacos to a wire rack to keep them crispy. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Fresh cilantro, finely chopped for garnish
Nutrition Facts
calories
550 calories
fat Content
30g fat
serving Size
2 Tacos
fiber Content
2g fiber
sugar Content
2g sugar
sodium Content
800mg sodium
protein Content
35g protein
carbohydrate Content
30g carbs
saturated Fat Content
12g saturated fat
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