5 Tacos Recipe

Craving tacos but on a budget? This recipe delivers FIVE flavorful tacos for around $5! Quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal. Get ready to enjoy a fiesta in your mouth!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 249.4 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 5 Tacos

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 5 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 2 tablespoons salsa
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 corn cobs
  • 1/2 cup water

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How to Make 5 Tacos

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef (or your preferred protein) in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in 1 packet taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  3. Warm 5 corn or flour tortillas according to package directions. You can heat them in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven.
  4. Fill each tortilla with approximately 1/5 of the seasoned meat.
  5. Top with your favorite fixings! We suggest: 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped onions, 1/4 cup shredded lettuce, 2 tablespoons salsa, and 1/4 cup shredded cheese.
  6. (Optional) Boil 2 corn cobs for 5-7 minutes, then cut into halves or smaller pieces for a delicious side.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

39g

Carbs

0g