Crispy Beef Tacos

Crispy Beef Tacos are the kind of easy dinner that also works perfectly as a party appetizer. The tortillas cook up golden and crunchy while the seasoned beef and melted cheese create a rich, satisfying filling. They get crisp fast and are ready to grab, making them great for casual gatherings, game days, or taco night with friends.

What makes these tacos so appealing is the texture. The cheese melts into the beef so every bite is packed with flavor. They’re easy to prepare in batches, which means you can set out a tray and let everyone help themselves.

Helpful Tips

• Warm the tortillas first. Slightly warming the tortillas before filling them makes them easier to fold and helps prevent cracking while baking.
• Don’t overfill the tacos. A moderate amount of beef and cheese helps them crisp up better and keeps the filling from spilling out while they bake.
• Fry or bake until deeply golden. Let the tortillas get nice and crisp so they hold their shape and have that classic crunchy texture. You can fry them on the stovetop, bake them, or air fry them.

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Crispy Beef Tacos

Crispy beef tacos are the kind of easy dinner that also works perfectly as a party appetizer.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 20 tacos

Calories 184 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound ground beef
• ½ small onion diced
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1/3 cup salsa
• 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
• 20 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 and salsa. 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.
• –You can fry them on the stove top: 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.

  –You can bake them at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

  –You can air fry them at 400°F for 7-8 minutes, flipping halfway.
• Serve with avocado, sour cream, and salsa.

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 443mgPotassium: 117mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 242IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 2mg

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