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Crispy Baked Beef Tacos

Crispy Baked Beef Tacos for Easy, Flavorful Weeknight Dinners

Crispy Baked Beef Tacos are flavorful and quick, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Substitute with ground chicken or turkey for lighter option.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Use homemade spice blend for a personal touch.
  • 1/2 cup Red Enchilada Sauce Green enchilada sauce can be used for a fresh twist.
For Assembly
  • 1 cup Oaxaca Cheese (or Mexican Blend/Monterey Jack) Cheddar also works well.
  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas Flour tortillas can be used but watch the baking time.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be a suitable substitute.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • microwave
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium skillet, brown 1 pound of lean ground beef over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and ½ cup of red enchilada sauce; simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Microwave corn tortillas wrapped in a damp paper towel for 30-60 seconds.
  5. Brush one side of each tortilla with olive oil and place oiled side down on the baking sheet.
  6. On one half of each tortilla, sprinkle a layer of cheese, then the beef mixture, followed by another layer of cheese. Fold over.
  7. Bake tortillas in the preheated oven for about 16 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Let the tacos cool for about 3 minutes before serving with salsa or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, warm tortillas thoroughly before filling, and don't overstuff to prevent messy baking.

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