Mom’s Tacos Recipe 🌮
Description: Mom’s tacos recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, bringing the essence of Mexican cuisine right to your dinner table. With a savory mix of ground beef, fresh veggies, and gooey cheese, these tacos are sure to become a family favorite!
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 581.1 kcal
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1/2 head lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 5 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned. Once cooked, drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
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Prepare the Taco Shells: In a smaller skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until warm. Take a corn tortilla and carefully place it in the hot oil using a fork. Hold the tortilla with the fork and shape it into a taco shell. Fry until the tortilla is stiff and golden brown. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas, making 2-3 shells per person.
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Drain the Taco Shells: Once the taco shells are golden and crisp, transfer them to a paper plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
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Assemble the Tacos: Now comes the fun part! Take each taco shell and fill it with the cooked ground beef, followed by your favorite veggies such as diced onions, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced avocado. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve and Enjoy: Mom’s tacos are best enjoyed fresh and hot! Serve them immediately and let everyone customize their tacos with their favorite toppings. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or a casual get-together, these tacos are sure to impress!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 581.1 kcal
- Total Fat: 48.4g
- Saturated Fat: 14.3g
- Cholesterol: 95.2mg
- Sodium: 354.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 9.7g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 1.8g
- Protein: 28.1g
Tips for Perfect Tacos:
- For extra flavor, season the ground beef with your favorite taco seasoning blend or spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet when frying the tortillas. This ensures they crisp up evenly and become perfectly golden brown.
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences. Add salsa, guacamole, sour cream, or hot sauce for an extra kick.
- If you’re short on time, you can use store-bought taco shells instead of frying your own. Just heat them according to the package instructions before filling them with the delicious taco ingredients.
Mom’s tacos are a timeless classic that never fails to satisfy cravings for comforting, flavorful food. Whip up a batch tonight and experience the magic of homemade tacos with your loved ones! 🎉
