Golden Crispy Beef Tacos
These Golden Crispy Beef Tacos feature flavorful seasoned beef in crispy shells, topped with fresh veggies and cheese, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with lean ground turkey or plant-based meat.
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ⅔ cup tomato sauce
- 8 pieces hard taco shells Ensure they are gluten-free if needed.
- 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar, Monterey Jack or Mexican blend.
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro Optional.
- Sour cream to taste optional
- Guacamole to taste optional
- Jalapeño slices to taste optional
- Hot sauce to taste optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients on the counter including ground beef, onion, garlic, taco seasoning, tomato sauce, and toppings.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add ground beef and finely diced onion, cooking until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Drain excess fat, then stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning. Cook for about 1 minute.
- Add tomato sauce to the beef mixture, season with salt and pepper, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
Assembling Tacos
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange taco shells in a baking dish.
- Scoop seasoned beef mixture into each taco shell.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the beef.
Baking
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and taco shells are crisp.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before adding toppings.
Serving
- Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, and cilantro if desired.
- Serve warm with optional sides like sour cream, guacamole, jalapeño slices, and hot sauce.
Notes
Best for Taco Tuesdays or family gatherings. Can be customized based on personal preferences.