Description
Bring a taste of Mexico to your dining table with these Authentic Mexican Fried Tacos (Tacos Dorados). Each taco is filled with seasoned ground beef, wrapped in warm corn tortillas, and fried to a crispy golden perfection. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, these tacos are both easy to make and bursting with flavor. Customize them with your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, or avocado for an unforgettable meal that will impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon hot smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef while stirring frequently. Add salt and pepper to season.
- Incorporate the chopped onion and red bell pepper; sauté until softened. Stir in minced garlic for the last 30 seconds.
- Mix in oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Add tomato paste and water; simmer covered for 10 minutes.
- Warm the tortillas either using a tortilla warmer or by wrapping them in a damp towel and microwaving.
- Fill each tortilla with about 3–4 tablespoons of the beef mixture; roll tightly and secure if needed.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides (about three minutes per side). Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (105g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg