Soft Shell Taco Holders Recipes

SOFT SHELL TACO RECIPE WITH CLASSIC GROUND BEEF & SPICY TACO SEASONING

Steps:

• Heat a large-sized cast-iron skillet on the stovetop over medium heat. Once preheated, add 1 Tbsp of olive oil.
• Once your olive oil is hot, toss in your diced onion, fresh garlic, and bell pepper. Cook, occasionally stirring until your onion is translucent and the veggies are soft.
• Remove the ground beef from its package and add it into the skillet. Use a large spoon to break down the meat into smaller pieces and cook until the beef browns.
• Carefully drain the excess grease from your pan before you add your seasonings. Pour the oil into a container for easy disposal - do not pour it down your drain!
• Add in your beef seasonings - chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, Mexican oregano, and salt.
• Cook for 2-3 mins, then taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
• Scoop out some ground beef and place it on your taco shell, then top with all your favorites - tomatoes, grated cheese, and sour cream.
• Serve and enjoy this easy soft taco recipe!

HOMEMADE TORTILLAS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Stir in water and oil. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10-12 times, adding a little flour or water if needed to achieve a smooth dough. Let rest for 10 minutes., Divide dough into 8 portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 7-in. circle., In a greased cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook tortillas over medium heat until lightly browned, 1 minute on each side. Serve warm.

SEAFOOD SOFT TACOS

Steps:

• Place the fish in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork; cut into 1-in. pieces., In a large skillet, saute green pepper and onion in oil until crisp-tender. Stir in the tomato, salt, garlic powder, cumin and pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add fish; heat through. Spoon filling on one side of tortillas. Sprinkle with cilantro; fold in half.

HARD TACO SHELLS

Steps:

• Heat about 1 inch of oil in a heavy skillet over medium to medium-high heat to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).
• Use tongs to place one tortilla at a time into the oil. It should start to sizzle right away. Cook for about 15 seconds, then flip over and fold the shell in half, holding in place with the tongs until crispy, about 15 seconds. You may need a little practice at first. Drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with salt while still hot. Use for tacos right away, or they may become chewy. Leftovers may be heated in the oven for crisping.