Tacos Dorados With Ground Beef Recipe
Tacos Dorados with Ground Beef are crispy, golden fried tacos stuffed with flavorful seasoned beef and topped with fresh lettuce, crumbled cotija cheese, salsa, and sour cream. This Mexican classic combines the crunch of fried corn tortillas with a savory beef filling, creating a satisfying dish perfect for taco night or any family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 tacos 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Shredded lettuce
- Crumbled cotija cheese
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Avocado slices or guacamole (optional)
Instructions
- In a pan, cook ground beef with onions and garlic until browned.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for a few minutes.
- Warm tortillas to soften them, then fill each with the beef mixture and fold in half.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry each taco until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve topped with shredded lettuce, cotija cheese, sour cream, salsa, and avocado slices.
Notes
- Add shredded cheese inside the tortillas before frying for a cheesy twist.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or reducing chili powder and cumin.
- Serve with a side of rice and beans for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg