Puffy Tacos stuffed with Ground Beef

Puffy Tacos stuffed with Ground Beef photo
Makes 16 tacos
RebekahRebekah Arnson

ingredients

Ground Beef
  • 2 lbs of ground beef
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp cumin
  • 1 Tbsp Mexican oregano
  • 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp powdered cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 c of your favorite salsa
  • 1/4 c of oil
  • 1 Tbsp lime juice
Puffy Taco Shells
  • 2 c masa harina
  • 1 1/4 c water
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 qt of peanut or canola oil

directions

  • 1

    Heat oil in skillet on medium heat. Throw in onions and peppers, and cook for about 10 minutes. Add garlic, and cook for 2 minutes. Add all the other ingredients except the lime juice, stirring occasionally until meat is brown.

  • 2

    Cover skillet, turn heat down to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste. To finish, stir in lime juice.

  • 1

    Mix masa harina, water, and salt together until it forms into a soft ball. If it’s too dry, add a bit more water a tablespoon at a time. Divide dough into 16 equal balls, and press out with a tortilla press or roll out with a rolling pin. Keep pressed discs covered with a damp cloth. Heat up two inches of oil in a pot or skillet to 350 degrees. Gently place a disc in the hot oil and it should immediately start to puff. After five seconds, with a spatula, make an indention in the center so it forms a V shape. Gently cook the shell on each side until light brown and crispy (about 20 seconds for each side). Remove from oil and drain on a paper towel.

  • 2

    Stuff with spicy ground beef, shredded iceberg lettuce, diced tomatoes, grated cheddar, and salsa and serve immediately.

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