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Hard-Shell Taco Recipe

Mexican · Main course · 30 min total

Crispy corn tortilla shells filled with seasoned ground beef, fresh toppings, and cheese make for a classic, satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup water
• 8 hard taco shells
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup salsa

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
2. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
3. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
4. While beef simmers, warm taco shells according to package directions.
5. Fill each shell with beef mixture, then top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
6. Serve immediately.

Tips

• Customize with your favorite toppings like guacamole, black olives, or jalapeños.
• Leftover beef mixture can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated.

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