Crispy Beef Tacos with Garlic Lime Aioli

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Whisk together the homemade taco seasoning spices in a small bowl to create a blend.
  2. 2Whisk together the homemade taco seasoning spices in a small bowl to create a blend.
  3. 3Whisk together the homemade taco seasoning spices in a small bowl to create a blend.
  4. 4Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  5. 5Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  6. 6Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  7. 7Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  8. 8Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  9. 9Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  10. 10Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  11. 11Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  12. 12Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  13. 13Add the ground beef and break it up, cooking until mostly browned.
  14. 14Add the ground beef and break it up, cooking until mostly browned.
  15. 15Add the ground beef and break it up, cooking until mostly browned.
  16. 16Add the taco seasoning (or 2 to 3 tbsp store-bought) and tomato paste, mix well, and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
  17. 17Add the taco seasoning (or 2 to 3 tbsp store-bought) and tomato paste, mix well, and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
  18. 18Add the taco seasoning (or 2 to 3 tbsp store-bought) and tomato paste, mix well, and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
  19. 19Pour in the beef stock and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the liquid evaporates and the beef is saucy and fully cooked. Set aside.
  20. 20Pour in the beef stock and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the liquid evaporates and the beef is saucy and fully cooked. Set aside.
  21. 21Pour in the beef stock and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the liquid evaporates and the beef is saucy and fully cooked. Set aside.
  22. 22In a blender or food processor, add all of the aioli ingredients.
  23. 23In a blender or food processor, add all of the aioli ingredients.
  24. 24In a blender or food processor, add all of the aioli ingredients.
  25. 25Blend until smooth, green, and dangerously addictive.
  26. 26Blend until smooth, green, and dangerously addictive.
  27. 27Blend until smooth, green, and dangerously addictive.
  28. 28Lay a tortilla flat.
  29. 29Lay a tortilla flat.
  30. 30Lay a tortilla flat.
  31. 31Add a thin layer of mozzarella, 2–3 tbsp of the beef filling, then another sprinkle of cheese.
  32. 32Add a thin layer of mozzarella, 2–3 tbsp of the beef filling, then another sprinkle of cheese.
  33. 33Add a thin layer of mozzarella, 2–3 tbsp of the beef filling, then another sprinkle of cheese.
  34. 34Fold it over. Repeat until you’ve built a small army of tacos.
  35. 35Fold it over. Repeat until you’ve built a small army of tacos.
  36. 36Fold it over. Repeat until you’ve built a small army of tacos.
  37. 37Heat a light layer of avocado oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
  38. 38Heat a light layer of avocado oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
  39. 39Heat a light layer of avocado oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
  40. 40Add the folded tacos and cook until golden and crispy on both sides, adding more oil as needed. Work in batches so they crisp.
  41. 41Add the folded tacos and cook until golden and crispy on both sides, adding more oil as needed. Work in batches so they crisp.
  42. 42Add the folded tacos and cook until golden and crispy on both sides, adding more oil as needed. Work in batches so they crisp.
  43. 43Plate them up, drown them in the garlic lime aioli, add extra cilantro if you’re feeling fancy, and enjoy the crunch.
  44. 44Plate them up, drown them in the garlic lime aioli, add extra cilantro if you’re feeling fancy, and enjoy the crunch.
  45. 45Plate them up, drown them in the garlic lime aioli, add extra cilantro if you’re feeling fancy, and enjoy the crunch.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 0.5 cup beef stock
  • 0.5 cup beef stock
  • 0.5 cup beef stock
  • 1 tbsp pure avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp pure avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp pure avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cayenne
  • 1 tsp cayenne
  • 1 tsp cayenne
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 small jalapeño, deseeded
  • 1 small jalapeño, deseeded
  • 1 small jalapeño, deseeded
  • 1.5 cups cilantro (leaves + stems)
  • 1.5 cups cilantro (leaves + stems)
  • 1.5 cups cilantro (leaves + stems)
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 Juice of lime
  • 1 Juice of lime
  • 1 Juice of lime
  • 10 to 12 mini tortillas
  • 10 to 12 mini tortillas
  • 10 to 12 mini tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • avocado oil for frying
  • avocado oil for frying
  • avocado oil for frying

Equipment

large panblenderfood processor

Tips

  • Work in batches when frying tacos to ensure they crisp.
  • Optional: add extra cilantro for garnish.
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