Easy Crispy Ground Beef Tacos

5 from 1 vote

Crispy ground beef tacos made with seasoned meat, melted cheese, and crunchy corn tortillas baked perfectly in the oven. Enjoy this quick weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 people

Course: dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef Prevents excess grease
12 yellow corn tortillas Best for baking
1 packet taco seasoning For savory flavor
⅓ cup water Mix with seasoning
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Freshly grated melts best
2 tablespoons vegetable oil For brushing tortillas

Equipment

1 large skillet For browning beef
1 Baking sheet For baking tacos
1 Pastry brush To oil tortillas

Method

Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
Stir in the taco seasoning and water until thickened.
Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave and brush the outsides lightly with oil.
Sprinkle cheese inside each tortilla and top with the warm beef mixture.
Bake on a baking sheet until golden and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 250gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Drain the beef fat well to prevent soggy shells. Warm the tortillas thoroughly before folding.

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