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Walking Tacos

Walking Tacos

The ultimate comfort food, Walking Tacos combine savory ground beef, crunchy chips, and fresh toppings for an easy weeknight dinner. These delicious, handheld meals are perfect for gatherings and always a hit with family and friends. Make them tonight for a fun twist on taco night!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Appetizers, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 pound lean ground beef
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 rib celery, diced
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced
  • 14.5 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 16 ounce can chili beans, partially drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 romaine heart, finely chopped
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1 avocado, peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 small can sliced olives, optional
  • sour cream, for topping
  • salsa, for topping
  • 5 (1 oz bags) Fritos corn chips, or Doritos
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Meat Chopper

Method
 

  1. Combine all of the taco seasoning spices in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the chopped onion and celery and cook until meat is browned, breaking it into small pieces. Remove grease. Add minced garlic. Add crushed tomatoes, chili beans, and taco seasoning.
  4. Stir and bring to a simmer. Simmer over low heat for fifteen minutes.
  5. Open bags of Fritos chips. Add a ladle-full of chili mixture, and top with a handful of chopped lettuce, shredded cheese, tomatoes, avocados, olives, and a spoonful of sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Make-ahead Instructions: The beef mixture can be made 2-3 days ahead of time (depending on the freshness of the ingredients), stored in the fridge. Reheat on the stove before serving.
  • Freezing Instructions: Allow the chili beef mixture to cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Rewarm on the stove.