1 ½ lb. lean ground beef
½ c. water
1 pkg. TACO SEASONING MIX (see this website for the recipe for this)
Brown ground beef in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease. Add water and TACO SEASONING MIX. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Makes filling for 8 to 10 tacos.
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Tacos
Vegetable oil for frying
Taco filling
12 -15 corn tortillas
8 oz. (2 cups) shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Shredded lettuce
2 fresh tomatoes, chopped
¼ c. chopped green onions
1 c. fresh salsa or 1 (7oz. green-chili salsa)
*Variation
For added convenience, use pre-cooked taco shells instead of forming your own. Or use flour tortillas warmed in the microwave for a soft-shelled taco.
Heat 2 inches of oil to 375 F or (190 C) in a large skillet. Warm taco filling.
Fry tortillas in oil. Use tongs, Fold tortillas in half, immediately open to 45-degree angle. Fry about 1 minute, until crisp. Drain on paper towel. Place 2 tablespoons of taco filling in each cooked tortilla. Top with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, and salsa. Makes 12-15 tacos.
Taco filling
12 -15 corn tortillas
8 oz. (2 cups) shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Shredded lettuce
2 fresh tomatoes, chopped
¼ c. chopped green onions
1 c. fresh salsa or 1 (7oz. green-chili salsa)
*Variation
For added convenience, use pre-cooked taco shells instead of forming your own. Or use flour tortillas warmed in the microwave for a soft-shelled taco.
Heat 2 inches of oil to 375 F or (190 C) in a large skillet. Warm taco filling.
Fry tortillas in oil. Use tongs, Fold tortillas in half, immediately open to 45-degree angle. Fry about 1 minute, until crisp. Drain on paper towel. Place 2 tablespoons of taco filling in each cooked tortilla. Top with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, and salsa. Makes 12-15 tacos.
Taco Seasoning Mix
This is a hot and spicy mix. If you prefer a milder mix, reduce the red pepper.
2 tsp. instant minced onions
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. chili powder
½ tsp. corn starch
½ tsp. crushed dried red pepper
½ tsp. instant minced garlic
¼ tsp. dried oregano leaves
½ tsp. ground cumin
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until evenly distributed. Spoon mixture onto a 6 inch square of aluminum foil and fold to make air tight. Label with the date and contents. Store in a cool dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes one package or about 2 tablespoons TACO SEASONING MIX.
2 tsp. instant minced onions
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. chili powder
½ tsp. corn starch
½ tsp. crushed dried red pepper
½ tsp. instant minced garlic
¼ tsp. dried oregano leaves
½ tsp. ground cumin
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until evenly distributed. Spoon mixture onto a 6 inch square of aluminum foil and fold to make air tight. Label with the date and contents. Store in a cool dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes one package or about 2 tablespoons TACO SEASONING MIX.
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