Description
Crispy golden tacos dorados burst with savory ground beef, creating a Mexican street food classic that brings authentic flavor straight to your kitchen. Crunchy tortillas cradle seasoned meat, inviting you to savor each delicious bite of this irresistible dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) lean ground beef
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 jalapeno, seeds removed, diced
- 1 white onion, diced
Cheese and Tortilla Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) Monterey jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 12 corn tortillas
Cooking Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink, incorporating diced jalapenos and onions during cooking.
- Sprinkle in Slap Ya Mama seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, stirring thoroughly to distribute spices evenly.
- Remove meat mixture from heat and gently fold in shredded cheese until melted and integrated.
- Preheat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F, maintaining a thin, even layer across the bottom.
- Briefly warm corn tortillas to enhance flexibility, preventing cracking during folding.
- Spoon beef and cheese mixture along the center of each tortilla, carefully rolling and securing the edges.
- Carefully place rolled tacos seam-side down in hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes per side until achieving a deep golden-brown crispy exterior.
- Transfer fried tacos to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately with fresh garnishes like chopped cilantro, sour cream, salsa, or diced tomatoes.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes and jalapeno quantity for spice-sensitive palates.
- Select corn tortillas for authentic crunch and gluten-free option, ensuring they’re fresh and pliable to prevent cracking during frying.
- Pat ground beef dry before cooking to achieve perfect browning and prevent steaming, creating richer flavor development.
- Use a shallow, heavy-bottomed pan for even oil temperature and consistent golden-brown tacos without excessive oil absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg