Spicy Beef and Cheese Tacos
Enjoy these mouthwatering Spicy Beef and Cheese Tacos, a delightful twist to your regular taco night! This recipe combines flavorful seasoned ground beef with zesty Rotel tomatoes and a fiery kick from jalapeno peppers. Topped with melted Mexican blend cheese, fresh lettuce, and tangy sour cream, each bite promises an explosion of textures and tastes. Perfect for gatherings, these tacos are easy to make and sure to impress!
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
ground beef
1 lb (at least 80% lean)
taco seasoning mix
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet (unprepared)
Rotel tomatoes & chilies
1 (10 ounce) can (undrained)
jalapeno peppers
2 (sliced and chopped finely)
Mexican blend cheese
1 (8 ounce) package (divided)
taco shells
1 (4 1/2 ounce) package (unprepared)
lettuce
1/4 head (chopped finely)
tomato
1 (chopped)
sour cream
1 (8 ounce) container (unprepared)
pace salsa
1 (16 ounce) jar (medium hot)
Instructions
1
1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat.
2
2. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and Rotel tomatoes with chilies, including the liquid from the can. Add the chopped jalapeno peppers. Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until some liquid evaporates and the mixture thickens.
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3. Mix in half of the Mexican blend cheese, stirring until fully melted and combined with the beef mixture.
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4. Remove from heat and fill each taco shell with the beef mixture.
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5. Top each taco with the remaining cheese, chopped lettuce, tomatoes, a dollop of sour cream, and a generous spoonful of salsa.
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6. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Beef and Cheese Tacos?
They are a delightful twist on taco night combining seasoned ground beef, Rotel tomatoes, jalapenos, and melted Mexican cheese.
What kind of meat is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of ground beef, specifically at least 80% lean.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What type of tomatoes should I use?
Use one 10-ounce can of undrained Rotel tomatoes and chilies.
How many jalapenos are required?
The recipe requires 2 jalapeno peppers, sliced and chopped finely.
What kind of cheese is recommended?
An 8-ounce package of Mexican blend cheese is recommended, divided for different steps.
Do I need to drain the ground beef?
Yes, you should drain the excess fat after the beef is browned and cooked through.
Should I drain the Rotel tomatoes?
No, the Rotel tomatoes and chilies should be added undrained, including the liquid from the can.
What type of salsa is used?
The recipe suggests a 16-ounce jar of medium hot Pace salsa.
How do I prepare the lettuce?
You should finely chop 1/4 head of lettuce.
When do I add the taco seasoning?
Stir in the taco seasoning mix after the beef has been browned and drained.
How much sour cream is needed?
One 8-ounce container of sour cream is used as a topping.
How do I melt the cheese into the meat?
Mix in half of the Mexican blend cheese into the skillet and stir until it is fully melted and combined with the beef.
What size is the taco seasoning packet?
The recipe uses one 1.25-ounce packet of taco seasoning mix.
Is this recipe considered spicy?
Yes, it is tagged as spicy and includes jalapenos, chilies, and medium hot salsa.
What is the first step of the instructions?
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef while breaking it apart.
How do I know when the meat mixture is ready?
Cook the mixture until some liquid evaporates and the mixture thickens.
What toppings are added at the end?
Top each taco with the remaining cheese, chopped lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and salsa.
Can this recipe be used for a party?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as a party and dinner dish.
What is the ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients in this recipe.
What kind of taco shells are used?
One 4.5-ounce package of unprepared taco shells is used.
Should the tacos be served cold or hot?
They should be served immediately while the meat and cheese are hot.
What is the recipe category?
The category for this recipe is Meat.
How many fresh tomatoes are needed?
In addition to the canned Rotel, you will need one fresh chopped tomato for topping.
What happens in step 4 of the instructions?
Remove the beef mixture from the heat and fill each taco shell.
Is this a main course dish?
Yes, it is tagged as a main course.
What is the preparation for the jalapenos?
They should be sliced and chopped finely before being added to the meat.
Is the taco seasoning prepared before adding?
No, the seasoning mix is added unprepared directly to the skillet.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include tacos, mexican, beef, spicy, jalapeno, cheese, easy, dinner, party, and main course.
What is the overall flavor profile?
The recipe promises an explosion of textures and tastes with a fiery kick and tangy toppings.