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Crispy Cheddar Beef Tacos

These Crispy Cheddar Beef Tacos are packed with flavor, featuring seasoned ground beef mixed with melted sharp cheddar cheese, all tucked inside a crunchy homemade taco shell. Perfect for taco night, this recipe serves 4 people and is ready in about 30 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Beef Filling:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 for flavor)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp cumin

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp oregano

• 1 ½ cups (150g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese

For the Crispy Taco Shells:

• 8 small corn tortillas

• vegetable oil (for frying)

Optional Toppings:

• Shredded lettuce

• Diced tomatoes

• Sour cream

• Guacamole

• Sliced jalapeños

• Chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. Make the Cheesy Beef Filling

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 2 minutes until softened.

2. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned (about 5 minutes). Drain any excess grease.

3. Stir in garlic, salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until fully melted and combined. Remove from heat and set aside.

. Assemble and Fry the Tacos

1. Warm the tortillas slightly (in a dry skillet or microwave) to make them more pliable.

2. Spoon a generous amount of the cheesy beef filling onto each tortilla.

3. Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to enclose the filling.

4. In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

5. Place the filled taco in the hot oil and fry for about 30 seconds until the underside is golden and crispy.

6. Carefully flip the taco and fry the other side for an additional 30 seconds until crisp and evenly browned.

7. Remove the taco from the oil and let it drain on a paper towel. Repeat with the remaining tacos.

3. Serve and Enjoy

Tips for the Best Crispy Cheddar Beef Tacos:

• For extra crispy shells, double-fry them: Fry once, let cool slightly, then fry again for a few seconds.

• Want spicier tacos? Add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture or a dash of hot sauce.

• Prefer baked shells? Instead of frying, brush tortillas with oil, drape over an oven rack, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until crisp.

These Crispy Cheddar Beef Tacos are a game-changer for taco lovers—cheesy, crunchy, and absolutely delicious! Let me know how they turn out!