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Crispy Beef Tacos with Pico de Gallo and Cream Taco Sauce
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Crispy Beef Tacos with Pico de Gallo and Cream Taco Sauce

55 minServes 6Nutri-Score D€€
from @iramsfoodstory373 imports1 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • red chili powderSpices8 g
  • garlic powderSpices14 g
  • onion powderSpices7 g
  • smoked red paprika powderSpices7 g
  • dried oreganoSpices1 g
  • black pepper powderSpices2 g
  • ground cuminSpices6 g
  • saltSpices18 g
  • ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)Meat900 g
  • onion (diced)Produce1 piece
  • clarified butterDairy15 g
  • tomato pastePantry30 g
  • warm water (warm)Other120 ml
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • onion (finely chopped)Produce1 piece
  • tomatoes (diced)Produce2 pieces
  • fresh cilantro (freshly chopped)Produce3 g
  • lime juice (freshly squeezed)Produce30 ml
  • black pepperSpices2 g
  • sour creamDairy80 ml
  • mayonnaisePantry80 ml
  • buttermilkDairy80 ml
  • lime (juiced)Produce1 piece
  • dried parsleySpices2 g
  • mini flour tortillasBakery13 pieces
  • oil (for lightly frying the tortillas)Pantry60 ml
  • mozzarella cheese (shredded)Dairy100 g

per serving

Nutrition

753kcal

Carbs
40 g
Proteins
36 g
Fat
50 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Mixing bowl ×3
  • Frying pan
  • Spatula

step by step

Method

  1. Make the taco seasoning

    • In a bowl combine the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, red chili powder and dried oregano.
    • Mix well to combine and set aside.
    Step 1

  2. Cook the beef

    • Heat the clarified butter in a pan and add the diced onion, sautéing until fragrant.
    • Add the ground beef and cook over medium heat until it changes color, then add the minced garlic and mix.
    • Season with the taco seasoning, add the tomato paste and sauté for 2-3 min, tasting and adding more salt if needed.
    • Pour in the warm water and cook until the beef is fully cooked and the water has evaporated.
    Step 2

  3. Make the pico de gallo

    • In a bowl mix the finely chopped onion, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt and black pepper.
    Step 3

  4. Make the taco sauce

    • In a bowl combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and buttermilk.
    • Add the taco seasoning, lime juice and dried parsley.
    • Mix until creamy and smooth.
    Step 4

  5. Assemble and fry the tacos

    • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and place a tortilla in it.
    • Add shredded mozzarella and top one side with the beef.
    • Fold the tortilla in half and cook until crispy and golden.
    Step 5

  6. Serve

    • Serve the crispy tacos warm with the pico de gallo and taco sauce.
    Step 6
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