Get ready to elevate taco night with these irresistible Beef Soft Shell Tacos—a perfect balance of bold flavors and satisfying textures! Featuring seasoned ground beef infused with taco seasoning and garlic, nestled in warm, tender flour tortillas, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and creamy sour cream add vibrant color and crispness, while cheddar cheese and salsa bring a deliciously zesty twist. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve these tacos with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for a fresh, tangy finish, and watch them disappear from the table! Keywords: beef taco recipe, soft shell tacos, ground beef tacos, easy taco dinner.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the beef and pour in the water. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is well-coated and the water has mostly evaporated.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Warm the flour tortillas according to package instructions, either in the microwave or on a hot griddle.
To assemble each taco, spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture onto a warm tortilla.
Top with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, diced tomato, a dollop of sour cream, a spoonful of salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Fold the tortilla over the fillings to create a taco shape and serve immediately.
Calories |
3027 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 197.1 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.2 g | 456% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 532 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 7958 mg | 346% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.8 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.7 g | ||
| Protein | 138.9 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1671 mg | 129% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 2588 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.