Looking for a quick, delicious dinner that's sure to satisfy the whole family? This Cheesy Gordita Crunch is your go-to recipe. It's a fusion of soft and crispy textures wrapped in cheesy goodness, and it's kid-approved!
Ingredients
🥩 1.5 pounds ground beef
🧅 1 large onion, chopped
🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
🌶️ 2 packets taco seasoning
🥄 1 teaspoon chili flakes
💧 1/2 cup water
🥙 Flour tortillas
🧀 Shredded cheese (your choice)
🌮 Hard taco shells
🥬 Lettuce, shredded
🍅 Tomatoes, diced
🍶 Sour cream
Instructions
1- Prepare the Beef Filling:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it's browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the beef, sautéing for a couple of minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic fragrant.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, chili flakes, and water. Mix well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and let it cook on low heat for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
2- Prepare the Tortillas:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the flour tortillas on a baking tray. Sprinkle a generous amount of cheese over each tortilla.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted (about 5 minutes).
3- Assemble the Gorditas:
- Remove the cheesy tortillas from the oven. Place a hard taco shell in the center of each tortilla.
- Carefully fold the sides of the tortilla up and around the taco shell, creating a snug, cheesy wrap.
4- Stuff and Serve:
- Fill each gordita with the beef filling, a sprinkle of shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, more cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve immediately and enjoy every crunchy, cheesy bite!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 400
Protein: 25g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Equipment: Skillet, Baking tray
Cooking Tips:
- Feel free to add other toppings like sliced jalapeños, avocado, or salsa for extra flavor.
- Using pre-shredded lettuce and pre-diced tomatoes can save additional prep time.
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