Crispy Ground Beef Tacos (Baked)
Baked crispy ground beef tacos offer a healthier take on a beloved classic, featuring flavorful beef, crunchy shells, and customizable toppings. Simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef 90%
- ▢ 1 packet taco seasoning
- ▢ ¾ cup enchilada sauce
- ▢ 2.5 cups Oaxaca cheese Mexican cheese, or Monterey Jack
- ▢ 10 corn tortillas
- ▢ 1 tbsp olive oil
- ▢ Toppings: hot sauce guacamole, salsa, pickled onions, sour cream, lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Stir in the taco seasoning and enchilada sauce, then bring to a simmer before removing from heat.
- Wrap the corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-60 seconds until they become pliable.
- Brush one side of a tortilla with olive oil, then place it on the pan with the oiled side facing down. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese on one half, add ¼ cup of ground beef, and top with another 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese. Fold the tortilla over the filling.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 16 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and the cheese is fully melted. Let them cool for 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure your tortillas are warm before filling and folding them; otherwise, they may not stay folded. If they keep opening, you can secure them with a toothpick.
For best results, bake them directly on a nonstick or ceramic sheet pan. Avoid using foil, as corn tortillas tend to stick to it.
For best results, bake them directly on a nonstick or ceramic sheet pan. Avoid using foil, as corn tortillas tend to stick to it.