Julie’s South of the Border Tacos

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 0

Julie's South of the Border Tacos are an easy-to-prepare and delicious weeknight dinner option

by The Chefin Tacos

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb ground beef
	1/2 small yellow onion , chopped ( dried chopped onions can be substituted )
	1 packet taco seasoning
	1 can whole kernel corn , drained
	1/4 cup sugar or 1/4 cup brown sugar
	2/3 cup salsa
	3 tablespoons hot sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

12g

Fat

25g

Julie's South of the Border Tacos are a quick and easy meal that is sure to please the whole family. This dish is a twist on traditional tacos, with the addition of corn and salsa in the filling. It is a great way to use up any leftover corn you may have on hand, and the use of taco seasoning makes this dish flavorful and delicious. These tacos are perfect for a busy weeknight when you don't have a lot of time to cook, and they can be customized with your favorite taco toppings to make them even more delicious. Whether you are a fan of shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, or grated cheese, there is a taco topping out there for you.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion together over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
2.	Drain any excess grease and stir in the taco seasoning and can of corn.
3.	Add the sugar, salsa, and hot sauce, stirring to combine.
4.	Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until the flavors have melded together and the sauce has thickened slightly.
5.	Serve the taco filling in warmed tortillas and top with your favorite taco toppings.

PROS

Julie’s South of the Border Tacos are an easy and flavorful weeknight dinner option that can be customized with your favorite taco toppings.
The use of corn and salsa in the filling adds extra flavor and texture to this dish.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium due to the use of taco seasoning and salsa.

It is also high in fat and calories, especially if topped with cheese or sour cream.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground beef is a good source of protein and iron.
Corn is a good source of fiber and vitamin C.
Salsa contains tomatoes, which are a good source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.