Delicious and Flavorful Double Tacos Recipe

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Delicious and Flavorful Double Tacos Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 10, 2024

Enjoy the tasty and satisfying double tacos with this step-by-step recipe. Stuffed with flavorful ingredients and served with a variety of toppings, these tacos are a perfect meal for any occasion. Spend just a few minutes in the kitchen and indulge in the ultimate taco experience. Get ready for a burst of flavors!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 12 taco shells
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  4. Mix in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  5. Pour in the tomato sauce and water. Stir again and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. While the beef mixture simmers, warm up the taco shells according to the package instructions.
  7. To assemble the double tacos, take a taco shell and layer it with a spoonful of the beef mixture.
  8. Top the beef with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
  9. Place another taco shell on top of the toppings, creating the double taco.
  10. Repeat the process to make the desired number of double tacos.
  11. Serve the double tacos hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Interesting Facts

  • Tacos are a traditional Mexican dish that has gained popularity worldwide.
  • The word 'taco' originally referred to the paper wrapper used to serve food.
  • Taco Tuesday has become a popular food tradition in the United States, where people enjoy tacos every Tuesday.
  • Double tacos are a fun twist on traditional tacos, providing an extra layer of flavor and texture.
  • Feel free to customize your double tacos with your favorite toppings and fillings.