Description
Sizzling Mexican-inspired Walking Tacos bring street-style flavor right to your plate, packed with zesty ground beef, crisp toppings, and bold seasonings. Portable and playful, this crowd-pleasing dish lets you enjoy all the taco goodness without the mess, making mealtime an exciting culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) ground beef or ground turkey
Seasoning and Liquid:
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) water
Chips and Base Ingredients:
- 8 single-serving bags of chips (Fritos, Doritos, or tortilla chips)
Toppings:
- 1 cup (240 grams) shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded lettuce
- 1 cup (150 grams) diced tomatoes
- ½ cup (75 grams) diced onions
- ½ cup (75 grams) sliced black olives
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) salsa or pico de gallo
- 1 cup (240 grams) sour cream
- ½ cup (100 grams) guacamole or diced avocados
- ¼ cup (15 grams) chopped fresh cilantro
- Hot sauce for extra spice
Instructions
- Unleash the flavor by browning ground beef in a spacious skillet over medium flame, ensuring no pink remains visible.
- Eliminate excess fat through careful draining to maintain a lean foundation.
- Infuse the meat with zesty taco seasoning and a splash of water, allowing the mixture to simmer and thicken for approximately 5 minutes.
- Gently pulverize chip bags using light pressure, creating a delightful texture without breaching the packaging.
- Execute a precise cut along the bag’s top, creating a wide opening for easy access.
- Ladle warm, seasoned beef directly into each chip bag, creating a hearty base layer.
- Transform your walking taco into a flavor explosion by artfully distributing vibrant toppings such as shredded cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, diced onions, briny olives, tangy salsa, creamy sour cream, rich guacamole, and fresh cilantro.
- Equip each guest with a sturdy fork, inviting them to blend ingredients within the bag’s confines.
- Savor this mobile culinary creation, perfect for casual gatherings or on-the-move dining experiences.
Notes
- Customize Meat Options: Swap ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles for healthier protein alternatives that still deliver bold flavors.
- Crush Chips Carefully: Use a rolling pin or gently press the sealed bag to create uniform chip pieces without tearing the bag, ensuring a perfect base for your walking taco.
- Prep Toppings in Advance: Chop fresh vegetables and prepare garnishes beforehand to make assembly quick and easy, especially for large gatherings or parties.
- Make It Dietary-Friendly: Offer gluten-free chips, use low-sodium taco seasoning, and provide dairy-free cheese alternatives to accommodate various dietary needs and preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg