Taco Bell Soft Taco
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
265 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Taco Bell Soft Taco
Description
The Taco Bell Soft Taco recipe starts with browning ground beef chuck crumbled in a nonstick skillet, then draining excess fat. A spice mix made from masa harina, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and other seasonings is stirred into the cooked meat along with water to simmer, allowing the flavors to meld and excess moisture to evaporate without drying out the beef entirely.
White flour tortillas approximately 6-8 inches wide are heated briefly in a skillet for about 30 seconds per side to soften and warm. The warmed tortillas are covered to retain heat until assembled. Each taco is assembled by spooning a couple of tablespoons of the seasoned beef onto the tortilla, followed by toppings such as shredded iceberg lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, diced Roma tomato, and optionally sour cream for creaminess.
These soft tacos bring a balance of savory and mildly spicy beef with fresh, crisp vegetables and creamy cheese. They are convenient for casual meals or gatherings where hand-held portions are ideal.
Ingredients
Taco Seasoned Beef
- 1 1/2 tablespoon masa harina
- 4 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion dried minced
- 1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon powder
- 1 1/3 pounds ground beef chuck
Soft Tacos
- 12 white tortillas six to eight inches wide
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 head iceberg lettuce shredded (about 3 cups)
- 2 Roma tomato diced
- ¾ cup sour cream optional
Instructions
Taco Seasoned Beef
- Place all the ingredients except the meat in a small bowl.
- Stir the spices well to make sure the spices are blended well.
- Crumble the ground beef into a large skillet (preferably nonstick) over medium-high heat and brown the beef, stirring well.
- Transfer the browned beef to a colander to drain off the grease.
- Return the beef to the skillet.
- Add the spice mix and 3/4 to 1 cup water. Stir to combine.
- Simmer the beef mixture on medium-low heat for 20 minutes, or until most of the moisture has cooked away. Remove the skillet from heat before the meat is completely dry.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Place each tortilla in the skillet for about 30 seconds on each side to warm them up.
- Remove the tortilla from the skillet.
- Cover the tortillas with a towel to keep them warm.
Taco Assembly
- Spoon a couple tablespoons of beef on a tortilla.
- Top with lettuce, cheese, and diced tomato.
- Top with sour cream if desired.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Serve immediately with your favorite taco sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 265 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 265kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 346mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 300mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 650IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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