Description
These Crispy Ground Beef Tacos are a delicious twist on traditional tacos. The crispy baked tortillas are filled with seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese, making them a family favorite for Taco Tuesday or any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Filling:
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 3/4 cup red enchilada sauce
Taco Assembly:
- 2 1/2 cups Oaxaca cheese, Mexican cheese, or Monterey Jack cheese
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Stir in taco seasoning and enchilada sauce, simmer, then remove from heat.
- Prepare Tortillas: Microwave tortillas wrapped in a damp paper towel for 30–60 seconds. Brush one side with olive oil.
- Assemble Tacos: Place oiled tortillas on a baking sheet. Add cheese, beef, more cheese, and fold. Repeat for remaining tortillas.
- Bake Tacos: Bake for 16 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted. Let cool for 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Warm Tortillas: Ensure tortillas are warm to prevent cracking. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Best Pan Choice: Use a nonstick or ceramic sheet pan for baking to avoid sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
