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Crispy Beef Tacos

Delicious and easy-to-make crispy beef tacos that are perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, allowing you to control the ingredients and flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 12 small taco shells
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • to taste sour cream (optional) Use as desired
  • to taste hot sauce (optional) Use as desired

Method
 

Cooking the Beef
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add taco seasoning to the beef according to packet instructions and mix well.
Cooking the Tacos
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Fill each taco shell with the seasoned beef.
  3. Place filled taco shells in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the shells are crispy.
Serving
  1. Remove tacos and top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and hot sauce as desired.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, add some chopped onions or peppers while cooking the beef. Make sure to drain the excess fat from the beef for a cleaner taste. Don't overfill the taco shells to avoid mess when eating.