Cheesy Gordita Crunch Tacos (Printer-friendly)

Crunchy shells wrapped in cheesy flatbreads with seasoned beef and fresh toppings for a flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef Filling

01 - 1/2 pound ground beef
02 - 1/2 small onion, finely diced
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
05 - 1/4 cup water
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Cheesy Flatbreads

07 - 4 small flour tortillas (6-inch)
08 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Assembly

09 - 4 crunchy taco shells
10 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
11 - 1/2 cup shredded Mexican blend or cheddar cheese
12 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing or taco sauce

# Directions:

01 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for 2 minutes until softened. Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmer 3 to 5 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
02 - Sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese over each flour tortilla. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Place a tortilla cheese-side up, cover, and cook 1 to 2 minutes until cheese melts. Remove and keep warm. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
03 - Press each cheesy tortilla gently around a crunchy taco shell to adhere. Fill shells with beef mixture equally. Top with shredded lettuce, additional cheese, and drizzle ranch dressing or taco sauce.
04 - Serve tacos immediately to retain maximum crunch.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crunchy taco shells wrapped in warm cheesy flatbreads
  • Filled with seasoned beef crisp lettuce tangy sauce and cheese
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version substitute cooked lentils or plant-based ground for beef
  • Add chopped tomatoes jalapeños or hot sauce for extra flavor
03 -
  • Use medium heat when cooking the beef to ensure it browns evenly without drying out
  • Warm the tortillas slightly before adding cheese to help it melt faster and stick better
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