Soft Shell Tacos Recipe

Name: Soft Shell Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 c. flour; 2 Tbsp. baking powder; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. shortening; 1 lb. ground beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 can refried beans; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 1 tsp. cumin; lettuce, shredded; 3 to 4 tomatoes, chopped; taco sauce; sour cream

Servings: persons

4 c. flour
2 Tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. shortening
1 lb. ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can refried beans
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. cumin
lettuce, shredded
3 to 4 tomatoes, chopped
taco sauce
sour cream

1
In a bowl mix flour, baking powder and salt; cut in the shortening.
2
Add warm water a little at a time to form a soft dough.
3
Cover and let rest 1 hour.
4
Meanwhile, fry ground beef with onion and drain.
5
Add to ground beef the refried beans, garlic powder and cumin; simmer for about 5 minutes.
6
After dough has set for 1 hour, pinch off a walnut size chunk of dough and roll out on a lightly floured surface to a very thin circle. Place 1/4 cup filling on half or circle.
7
Fold dough in half and press tightly around edges, making a pocket.
8
Deep fry immediately until golden brown.
9
Reopen shell and fill with cheese, lettuce and tomatoes.
10
Top with taco sauce and sour cream, if desired.

1324

kcal

Calories

Fat

215

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 c. flour, 2 Tbsp. baking powder, 1 tsp. salt, 1 tsp. shortening, and more.

Yes, Soft Shell Tacos falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Soft Shell Tacos

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