Best Quick And Easy Beef And Pork Tacos Recipes

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QUICK AND EASY BEEF TACOS



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Easy beef tacos are one of those classic Tex-Mex recipes you can go back to and mix up night after night. This beef taco recipe has all the favorites. Throw it together with Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix, cheese, lettuce, avocado, pico de gallo and taco sauce in crunchy Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ Taco Shells that are easy to fill and stand up on your plate. You'll always be ready for taco night when you keep these ingredients in your pantry.

Provided by Old El Paso

Categories     Tacos

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef (at least 80% lean)
2/3 cup water
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
1 package (10 count) Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ Taco Shells, heated as directed on package
1 1/4 cups Old El Paso™ Shredded Mexican 4 Cheese Blend (5 oz)
1 1/4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup pico de gallo salsa
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Mild Taco Sauce
Old El Paso™ Crema Mexicana, if desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in water and taco seasoning mix; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  • Divide warmed beef mixture among heated taco shells. Top with cheese, lettuce, avocado, pico de gallo and taco sauce. Top with crema.

MEXICAN STREET TACOS



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Easy, quick, authentic carne asada street tacos you can now make right at home! Top with onion, cilantro + fresh lime juice! SO GOOD!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 pounds skirt steak, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
12 mini flour tortillas, warmed
3/4 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, lime juice, 1 tablespoon canola oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin and oregano. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine soy sauce mixture and steak; marinate for at least 1 hour up to 4 hours, turning the bag occasionally. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add steak and marinade, and cook, stirring often, until steak has browned and marinade has reduced, about 5-6 minutes, or until desired doneness. Serve steak in tortillas, topped with onion, cilantro and lime.

EASY BEEF TACOS



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With only six simple ingredients, you can serve up ten delicious tacos in just half an hour. If you've ever wondered how to make tacos that are as good as the ones you enjoy at your local taqueria, this easy beef taco recipe is your answer.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
10 Old El Paso™ taco shells
1/2 head lettuce, shredded
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Cook beef in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
  • Stir salsa into beef. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour beef mixture into large serving bowl.
  • Heat taco shells as directed on package. Serve taco shells with beef mixture, lettuce, tomato and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg

QUICK AND EASY MINI TACOS



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These mini tacos are a great snack or party food. They're quick, easy, taste great, and put a smile on everybody's face!

Provided by ollywolly101

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
⅔ cup water
1 (1 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
10 ounces scoop-style tortilla chips (such as Tostitos® Scoops!®)
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Stir in water and taco seasoning mix. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  • Lay scoop-style tortilla chips out on a microwave-safe plate, and spoon in the prepared beef, working in batches as needed. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top and microwave until the cheese on top is completely melted, about 1 minute. It will be hot so don't eat it right away. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 483.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

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