Crispy Beef Tacos with Garlic Lime Aioli
Serves 1
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Crispy Beef Tacos with Garlic Lime Aioli
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1
Whisk together cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl to create the taco seasoning blend.
2
Whisk together cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl to create the taco seasoning blend.
3
Whisk together cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl to create the taco seasoning blend.
4
Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
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Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
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Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
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Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
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Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
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Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
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Add the ground beef and break it up, cooking until mostly browned.
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Add the ground beef and break it up, cooking until mostly browned.
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Add the ground beef and break it up, cooking until mostly browned.
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Add the taco seasoning (or 2 to 3 tbsp store-bought) and tomato paste, mix well, and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
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Add the taco seasoning (or 2 to 3 tbsp store-bought) and tomato paste, mix well, and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
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Add the taco seasoning (or 2 to 3 tbsp store-bought) and tomato paste, mix well, and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
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Pour 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.
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Pour 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.
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Pour 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
In a blender or food processor, add sour cream, mayonnaise, deseeded jalapeño (optional), cilantro, garlic cloves, black pepper, salt, and lime juice.
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In a blender or food processor, add sour cream, mayonnaise, deseeded jalapeño (optional), cilantro, garlic cloves, black pepper, salt, and lime juice.
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In a blender or food processor, add sour cream, mayonnaise, deseeded jalapeño (optional), cilantro, garlic cloves, black pepper, salt, and lime juice.
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Blend the aioli ingredients until smooth and green.
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Blend the aioli ingredients until smooth and green.
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Blend the aioli ingredients until smooth and green.
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Lay a mini tortilla flat.
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Lay a mini tortilla flat.
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Lay a mini tortilla flat.
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Add a thin layer of shredded mozzarella, 2–3 tbsp of the beef filling, then another sprinkle of cheese to the tortilla.
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Add a thin layer of shredded mozzarella, 2–3 tbsp of the beef filling, then another sprinkle of cheese to the tortilla.
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Add a thin layer of shredded mozzarella, 2–3 tbsp of the beef filling, then another sprinkle of cheese to the tortilla.
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Fold the tortilla over. Repeat until you have 10 to 12 folded tacos.
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Fold the tortilla over. Repeat until you have 10 to 12 folded tacos.
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Fold the tortilla over. Repeat until you have 10 to 12 folded tacos.
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Heat a light layer of avocado oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
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Heat a light layer of avocado oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
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Heat a light layer of avocado oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
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Add the folded tacos to the pan and cook until golden and crispy on both sides, adding more oil as needed, working in batches.
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Add the folded tacos to the pan and cook until golden and crispy on both sides, adding more oil as needed, working in batches.
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Add the folded tacos to the pan and cook until golden and crispy on both sides, adding more oil as needed, working in batches.
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Plate the crispy tacos, drown them in the garlic lime aioli, and optionally add extra cilantro.
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Plate the crispy tacos, drown them in the garlic lime aioli, and optionally add extra cilantro.
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Plate the crispy tacos, drown them in the garlic lime aioli, and optionally add extra cilantro.
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 (optional)
1 tsp cayenne (optional)
1 tsp cayenne (optional)
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 (optional)
1 small jalapeño, deseeded (optional)
1 small jalapeño, deseeded (optional)
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 mini tortillas
10 mini tortillas
10 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
small bowl
large pan
blender or food processor
Tips
Use store-bought taco seasoning as an alternative to homemade.
Work in batches when frying tacos to ensure they crisp properly.
Add extra cilantro for garnish if desired.