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Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Mexican blend cheese or cheddar
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet until browned, add onions, and cook until softened.
- Mix in garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Combine masa harina, warm water, and salt to form dough, let rest.
- Flatten dough into rounds and fry in hot oil until puffed and golden.
- Fill each shell with beef mixture and top with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, and sour cream.
Notes
Ensure the oil is at 350°F for optimal puffiness.
Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Store leftover shells in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 480
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 40