Tacos ~ My Way Recipe

Name: Tacos ~ My Way
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds Ground Beef, I Use An 85/15 Fat Ratio; 2 packages Taco Bell Taco Seasoning Mix, 1.25 Ounce Packets; 1/2 cups To 3/4 Cup Water; Vegetable Oil, For Frying; 8 whole Flour Tortillas, Medium Size 6-8 Inches; 1 can 16 Oz. Can Refried Beans, Heated According To Can Instructions; 2 cups Romaine Lettuce, Chopped; 1 whole Avocado, Peeled, Pitted, And Diced; 1 whole Lime, Cut Into Wedges; 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 4 whole Green Onions, Sliced; Sour Cream; Salsa

Servings: persons

2 pounds Ground Beef, I Use An 85/15 Fat Ratio
2 packages Taco Bell Taco Seasoning Mix, 1.25 Ounce Packets
1/2 cups To 3/4 Cup Water
Vegetable Oil, For Frying
8 whole Flour Tortillas, Medium Size 6-8 Inches
1 can 16 Oz. Can Refried Beans, Heated According To Can Instructions
2 cups Romaine Lettuce, Chopped
1 whole Avocado, Peeled, Pitted, And Diced
1 whole Lime, Cut Into Wedges
2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
4 whole Green Onions, Sliced
Sour Cream
Salsa

1
Line a sheet pan with a brown paper bag (or two) and top the bag with a few paper towels and set aside.
2
In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown the ground beef until it is no longer pink.
3
Drain grease if necessary.
4
Pour in the two packets of taco seasoning and stir until mixed well.
5
Add 1/2 3/4 cups of water (no matter what the package says).
6
You dont want the meat to runny so dont use more than 3/4 cup of water.
7
Simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
8
While those simmer, its time for the tortillas to be fried, refried beans to be heated and the veggies to be chopped.
9
Heat about 1/2 inch oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
10
When the oil is hot add a tortilla and fry it.
11
The tortilla will immediately start to bubble and fill with air.
12
This process is very fast and the oil is very hot so BE CAREFUL.
13
Cook each tortilla for about 15-30 seconds on each side folding it in half (like a taco shell) when you flip it the first time.
14
When they are the color and crispness that you like remove the shell from the oil to the paper bag lined tray and drain on paper towels until ready to serve.
15
Repeat until all the tortillas are cooked.
16
Now the fun part!
17
You get to fill these babies with whatever you like.
18
Heres how we do it around our house.
19
Fill a tortilla with refried beans, then meat, lettuce, cheese, sour cream, avocado, salsa and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

1708

kcal

Calories

Fat

188

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 pounds Ground Beef, I Use An 85/15 Fat Ratio, 2 packages Taco Bell Taco Seasoning Mix, 1.25 Ounce Packets, 1/2 cups To 3/4 Cup Water, Vegetable Oil, For Frying, and more.

Yes, Tacos ~ My Way 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tacos ~ My Way

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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