Description
These Cheesy Rotel Beef Soft Tortilla Tacos are a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. The tender, seasoned beef melds perfectly with the creamy cheese and zesty Rotel tomatoes, all wrapped in a soft tortilla that adds a comforting chewiness to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- Beef Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 oz)
- 1/2 cup water
- Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Tortillas:
- 8 soft flour tortillas
- Toppings:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and return the skillet to the heat.
- Add the drained Rotel tomatoes, taco seasoning, and water to the beef. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer the mixture for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
- While the beef is simmering, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Once the beef mixture is ready, remove it from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Assemble the tacos by placing a generous scoop of the beef mixture onto each tortilla.
- Add desired toppings such as sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and jalapeños before folding the tortillas over the filling.
Notes
- Make-ahead: The beef filling can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving.
- Storage: Leftover tacos can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of beef for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main-dishes
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
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