Crispy Ground Beef Tacos
Golden, cheesy, and packed with seasoned beef—these crispy tacos are a weeknight favorite that’s easy to make and hard to resist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings (8 tacos)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients
1 lb 90/10 ground beef
½ medium onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp taco seasoning
2 tbsp tomato paste
¼ cup water or beef broth (as needed)
Salt, to taste
8 (6-inch) flour tortillas
2–3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Avocado or vegetable oil (for frying)
Fresh cilantro, finely chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Add ground beef. Break it up and cook until browned, about 4–5 minutes.
Stir in tomato paste and taco seasoning. Add water or broth if the mixture looks dry, and simmer for another 3–4 minutes until fully cooked. Season with salt as needed. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
On a clean surface, lay a tortilla flat. On one half, sprinkle 1½–2 tbsp of cheese, then add a spoonful of beef filling. Top with another 1½–2 tbsp cheese and fold the tortilla over.
Repeat with remaining tortillas to assemble 8 tacos.
Heat 3–4 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pan fry the tacos in batches for about 1 minute per side or until golden and crispy. Add more oil between batches if needed. Transfer cooked tacos to a wire rack.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with your favorite sauces or dips.
Notes
You can substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas, but warm them slightly to prevent cracking.
Add jalapeños, salsa, or guacamole for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be reheated in the oven for crispiness.
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