Description
Fast and customizable crispy pan-fried tacos filled with beef, cheese, and your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1 can refried beans
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 jalapeño (sliced)
- 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cucumber (optional)
- 2 cups lettuce (shredded)
- Frank’s RedHot Sauce (or your favorite hot sauce)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Give it a minute to fully warm so the beef browns instead of steaming.
- Brown the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up into small crumbles, until no pink remains. Drain excess fat for cleaner flavor and crispier tacos.
- Warm the tortillas. Use a dry skillet for a few seconds per side or microwave briefly so they’re pliable and don’t crack when folded.
- Spread refried beans on each tortilla. A thin, even layer helps “glue” the filling in place.
- Add the cooked ground beef. Keep the filling modest so the taco seals and fries neatly.
- Sprinkle on cheddar and fold. Press gently to help it hold its shape.
- Pan-fry until crispy. Add a small amount of oil to the skillet. Cook tacos 2–3 minutes per side, flipping carefully, until golden and the cheese melts.
- Top and serve. Add sour cream, salsa, avocado, guacamole, jalapeños, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, and/or Frank’s RedHot Sauce.
Notes
For best results, serve immediately to maintain crispiness. Store components separately for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican