Crispy shells filled with seasoned beef, fresh lettuce, cheese, and salsa for a tasty meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce (60 g)
03 - 1 medium tomato, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, finely diced (optional)
→ Seasonings
05 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
09 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
10 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Other
13 - 8 crunchy taco shells
14 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (100 g)
15 - ½ cup prepared salsa (120 ml)
16 - ¼ cup water (60 ml)
17 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
# Directions:
01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat as needed.
02 - Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to coat the beef evenly.
03 - Pour in water and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and liquid to reduce slightly. Remove skillet from heat.
04 - Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and warm taco shells for 2 to 3 minutes according to package instructions.
05 - Fill each taco shell with seasoned beef. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, optional onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and a spoonful of salsa.
06 - Enjoy tacos promptly while shells remain crisp.
