Crispy shells filled with seasoned beef, fresh lettuce, cheese, and salsa for a tasty family meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce (60 g)
03 - 1 medium tomato, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, finely diced (optional)
→ Seasonings
05 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Other
13 - 8 crunchy taco shells
14 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (100 g)
15 - 1/2 cup prepared salsa (120 ml)
16 - 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
17 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
# How To Make It:
01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and fully cooked, approximately 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Incorporate chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper into the beef. Stir thoroughly to evenly coat.
03 - Add water to the skillet and simmer for 2–3 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly. Remove from heat afterward.
04 - Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Warm taco shells for 2–3 minutes or according to package directions until crisp.
05 - Fill each taco shell with seasoned beef, followed by shredded lettuce, diced tomato, optional red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and a spoonful of salsa.
06 - Present tacos while shells remain crisp and fresh.
