Cheesy Gordita Crunch Tacos (Printable)

Crunchy beef tacos nestled in cheesy flatbreads, topped with crisp lettuce and tangy sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef & Seasonings

01 - 0.5 pound ground beef
02 - 0.5 small onion, finely diced
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
05 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
06 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 2 tablespoons water

→ Cheesy Flatbreads

08 - 4 small flour tortillas
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Crunchy Tacos & Toppings

10 - 4 crunchy taco shells
11 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
12 - 0.5 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
13 - 0.25 cup ranch dressing or spicy chipotle mayonnaise
14 - 1 small tomato, diced (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat as needed.
02 - Add minced garlic, taco seasoning, salt, black pepper, and water to the beef. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until well combined and moist. Remove from heat.
03 - Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat. Place one flour tortilla in the pan, sprinkle with 0.25 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and cover until cheese melts, about 1 to 2 minutes.
04 - Press a crunchy taco shell onto the melted cheese until it adheres. Remove from pan. Repeat for remaining tortillas, cheese, and shells.
05 - Fill each crunchy taco shell with the seasoned beef mixture.
06 - Top each filled shell with shredded lettuce, Monterey Jack or extra cheddar cheese, ranch or chipotle mayonnaise, and diced tomato if using.
07 - Serve the tacos warm and enjoy.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fast, satisfying Tex-Mex flavor at home
  • Customizable with vegetarian or spicy options
02 -
  • Contains allergens: wheat (tortillas), milk (cheese, ranch), eggs (mayonnaise in ranch), and possible soy (taco shells or ranch)
  • Always check labels for hidden allergens in premade ingredients
03 -
  • Swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian twist
  • Mix mayo, hot sauce and lime for an authentic taco sauce
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