Crispy Beef Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sauce

Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these Crispy Beef Tacos are the ultimate comfort food. Each bite combines seasoned ground beef, melty mozzarella, and golden-fried tortillas for that perfect crunch. Simple to make and endlessly satisfying, they’re a must-try for taco night!

Author: Delicate Kitchen

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 414 kcal per serving

Ingredients

9 ounces - ground beef
1 tbsp - olive oil
1 tsp - salt
½ tsp - black pepper
1 tsp - paprika
1 tsp - garlic powder
1 tbsp - tomato paste
3 tablespoons - water
1 tsp - sugar
1 tbsp - dried parsley
10 - mini tortillas
7 ounces - mozzarella cheese
oil
fresh cilantro
lime wedges
Cilantro Lime Cream Sauce

Instructions

Heat olive oil or butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and tomato paste. Pour in about 50 ml water and let simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. If too thin, add a pinch of flour or cornstarch to thicken slightly. Stir in dried parsley, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Lay out all tortillas on your work surface. Sprinkle cheese on one half, then spoon on the beef filling, and top with another layer of cheese. Fold each tortilla in half and press lightly to seal. Prepare all tacos before frying for even cooking.
Heat enough oil in a large pan to lightly coat the bottom. Fry each taco on medium heat for about 2 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. Gently press with a spatula to ensure full contact with the pan. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.

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