Description
Crispy, bite-sized tacos filled with juicy seasoned beef, melty cheese, and a fresh crunch of lettuce and salsa — a fun twist on taco night that’s quick, tasty, and totally snackable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup tomato salsa
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat a skillet over medium heat and lightly warm the tortillas so they become pliable.
- Combine Ingredients: In a skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Add taco seasoning and a splash of water. Stir and simmer until fully combined.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a clean skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat for frying.
- Assemble the Dish: Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of seasoned beef and a bit of shredded cheese, then fold it in half and press gently.
- Cook to Perfection: Carefully place tacos in hot oil and fry each side until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Finishing Touches: Once slightly cooled, gently open each taco and add shredded lettuce and a spoonful of salsa.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm, with extra salsa or your favorite dipping sauces on the side.
Notes
- Warm the tortillas before filling to prevent cracking while folding.
- Drain excess grease from the beef before adding seasoning for a cleaner flavor.
- Don’t overfill the tacos to keep them crisp during frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: mini tacos, crispy tacos, ground beef tacos, easy taco recipe, party appetizers