Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef (80% lean): 500g
- Yellow corn tortilla chips: 100g (crushed)
- Taco seasoning mix: 40g (available at supermarkets)
- Onion: 1 medium, chopped
- Bell pepper: 1 small, chopped
- Salsa: 60g (your choice of flavor)
- Water: 1 cup
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and continue cooking until tender.
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix, salsa, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, crush the corn tortilla chips in a blender or using a food processor until fine crumbs form.
- Sprinkle the tortilla crumbs over the taco meat and mix well. Let cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and sour cream.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 350kcal, Protein: 25g, Carbohydrates: 20g, Fat: 20g, Fiber: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish has a rich and flavorful taco seasoning that gives it a restaurant-style taste.
- The combination of ground beef, corn tortilla crumbs, and salsa creates a unique and delicious texture.
- It's easy to customize with various toppings to suit different tastes.
User Comments:
- "This is so good! It tastes just like the tacos from my favorite restaurant."
- "I love the way the corn tortilla crumbs add a unique crunch to the taco meat."
- "This is a great recipe to make for a family meal. Everyone loves it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use a lean ground beef to reduce the fat content.
- You can adjust the heat level of the salsa to customize the spice level of the taco meat.
- If you want to make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free tortilla chips and check the taco seasoning mix for gluten content.
