Crispy Ground Beef Tacos Recipe
These Crispy Ground Beef Tacos feature a savory ground beef filling seasoned with taco spices and tomato paste, stuffed and sealed inside flour tortillas layered with gooey mozzarella cheese. The tacos are pan-fried to golden, crispy perfection, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors perfect for a satisfying Mexican-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 tacos (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Beef Filling
- 1 pound 90/10 ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth, as needed
- Salt to taste
Tacos
- 8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
- 2 to 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Avocado or vegetable oil for frying
- Fresh cilantro, finely chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Onions: Heat about 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Use a large spoon to break it up and cook until most of the beef is browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Season and Finish Beef: Stir in the tomato paste and taco seasoning. Add water or beef broth if the mixture seems dry. Continue cooking until the beef is fully cooked and most liquid has evaporated, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt to taste. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble Tacos: On a clean surface, place one tortilla. On the top half, sprinkle 1½ to 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella. Spoon a portion of beef filling over the cheese, then top with another 1½ to 2 tablespoons of cheese. Fold the bottom half of the tortilla over the filling and gently press to seal. Repeat for all tortillas and filling to make 8 tacos.
- Fry Tacos: Heat 3-4 tablespoons of oil in the large skillet over medium heat. Fry the tacos in batches for about 1 minute per side until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil if needed between batches. Transfer cooked tacos to a wire rack over a baking sheet to drain and keep crisp.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired. Serve immediately while hot and crispy with your favorite sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute flour tortillas for corn tortillas, but they may be less pliable for folding and sealing.
- Use 90/10 ground beef for optimal fat content for flavor and texture.
- Adjust taco seasoning amount based on your preferred spice level.
- Ensure oil is hot enough before frying to achieve crispiness without excessive oil absorption.
- Leftover tacos can be reheated in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.
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