Description
Crispy Ground Beef Tacos are a delightful fusion of savory flavors and crunchy textures, making them the ultimate treat for taco enthusiasts. Imagine biting into a perfectly crispy shell filled with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, and creamy toppings—all coming together for an unforgettable meal. Ideal for Taco Tuesdays or casual gatherings, these tacos promise to satisfy your cravings and leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 2 tbsp)
- 8 taco shells (hard or soft)
- 2 cups shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (ripe)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and add a splash of water; stir well and let simmer until slightly thickened.
- Prepare taco shells according to package instructions for hard shells or warm soft tortillas in a pan.
- Spoon seasoned beef into each shell, topping with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and salsa as desired.
- Serve immediately on a platter with extra toppings on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg