Crunchy tacos with seasoned beef, melted cheese, crisp lettuce, and zesty sauce in warm flatbreads.
# Components:
→ Beef & Seasonings
01 - 1/2 lb ground beef
02 - 1/2 small onion, finely diced
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 2 tablespoons water
→ Cheesy Flatbreads
08 - 4 small flour tortillas (soft taco size)
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Crunchy Tacos & Toppings
10 - 4 crunchy taco shells
11 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
12 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or extra cheddar cheese
13 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing or spicy chipotle mayo
14 - 1 small tomato, diced (optional)
# Method:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with diced onion until browned, approximately 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and water into the beef. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to ensure flavors meld and beef stays moist. Remove from heat.
03 - Heat a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Place one flour tortilla in the pan, sprinkle evenly with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar, and cover until cheese fully melts, about 1 to 2 minutes.
04 - Immediately press a crunchy taco shell onto the melted cheese so it adheres firmly. Remove from the pan. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas, cheese, and taco shells.
05 - Fill each crispy shell with the seasoned beef mixture. Top with shredded lettuce, Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, ranch dressing or chipotle mayo, and diced tomato if desired.
06 - Serve the tacos warm and enjoy promptly.
