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Crispy Baked Beef Tacos

Crispy baked beef tacos are the kind of easy dinner that also works perfectly as a party appetizer.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 20 tacos
Calories: 160kcal
Author: Laura Lynch

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ small onion diced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and minced
  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes undrained
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese grated
  • 10 small flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • For Serving: avocado sour cream, salsa

Instructions

  • In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the onion, crumbling it as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the taco seasoning, jalapeno pepper, and diced tomatoes with their juices. Bring to a boil, then reduce and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cheese on one half of a tortilla, then spread on some of the meat mixture. Fold the tortilla over and press to seal. Continue until all tortillas are filled.
  • Wipe out the skillet and return it to the stovetop over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of oil. Place the folded tortillas in the pan and fry for a couple of minutes on each side until browned and crispy.
  • Serve with avocado, sour cream, and salsa.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 368mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 329IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 1mg