Tiajuana Tacos

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 6
Tiajuana Tacos - A Hearty Mexican Delight
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups cooked chopped beef
1 can refried beans
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped ripe olives
1 can tomato sauce
3 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup crushed corn flakes
6 taco shells
shredded lettuce
chopped tomato
shredded cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
433
Sugar
4g
Fat
18g
Tiajuana Tacos are a classic Mexican dish perfect for satisfying hungry appetites. These tacos are hearty, flavorful and will keep you coming back for more. The dish involves succulent ground beef, creamy refried beans, spicy veggies all seasoned to perfection with a tantalizing blend of spices. The dish is then topped off with crispy golden-brown taco shells that make it crunchy and oh-so satisfying. These tacos are perfect for a family meal, party or any occasion. Once you try them, you will undoubtedly realize how easy they are to prepare and how delicious they taste.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large skillet, cook chopped beef over medium heat until browned.
3.Add refried beans, onion, green pepper, chopped ripe olives and cook for 3-4 minutes.
4.Stir in tomato sauce, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, pepper, paprika, celery salt, ground nutmeg and water. Mix well.
5.Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Cook and stir for 20 minutes.
6.Mix in salt and remove from heat.
7.Crush corn flakes and place in a shallow dish.
8.Then, dip shells into the mixture of cornflakes to coat them finely.
9.Arrange in a baking dish and spoon the meat mixture into the shells.
10.Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the shells are crispy and golden.
11.Serve with shredded lettuce, chopped tomato and shredded cheddar cheese on top.

PROS

These tacos are packed with protein and fiber, making them a filling and satisfying meal.

They are also a great way to use up leftover cooked beef.

Tacos are versatile and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

CONS

Tacos can be high in sodium if using canned ingredients, which is not suitable for people with hypertension.

The recipe also calls for frying the taco shells in crushed cornflakes, which can add more calories and fat.

Tacos can also be messy to eat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lean beef in these tacos is an excellent source of protein and iron, which helps build strong muscles and promote healthy red blood cells.
Beans are rich in fiber which promotes gut health, preventing constipation and other digestion-related problems.

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