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    Taco Recipes

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    Best taco recipes pin with closeup on shredded chicken tacos with text overlay.

    After seeing these taco recipes, we will have you believing that anything can be made into a delicious taco for a hearty meal! There's a recipe for vegetarian tacos, fish tacos, spicy meat tacos, even dessert tacos- try one or try them all!

    Best taco recipes collection of 15+ amazing tacos to try as shown in this collage.

    Our favorite and most flavorful taco recipes that you just have to try!

    I don't know about you, but when I hear the word taco, my mouth begins to water, and I instantly become very hungry! I mean they even have their own day! Hello, taco Tuesday!

    Did you know that there are many different ways to make tacos? Even the kiddos will enjoy some of these fun and unique taco ideas!

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    • 1. Carnitas Tacos
    • 2. Black Bean Tacos
    • 3. Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos
    • 4. Veggie Tacos
    • 5. Turkey Carnitas
    • 6. Walking Tacos
    • 7. Crispy Potato Tacos
    • 8. Spicy Chicken Tacos
    • 9. Queso Fundido Tacos
    • 10. Fried Fish Tacos (Baja Style Fish Tacos)
    • 11. Shredded Chicken Tacos
    • 12. Chicharron Tacos
    • 13. Ground Venison Tacos
    • 14. Calamari Tacos
    • 15. BBQ Pork Tacos
    • 16. Birria Tacos
    • 17. Plantain Tacos
    • 18. Prime Rib
    • 19. Tacos Dorados
    • 20. Baked Apple Pie Tacos
    • 🌮 More Great Taco-Inspired Recipes!
    • 📋 Recipe
    • Best Taco Recipes: Ground Beef Taco Meat (+More Tasty Taco Recipes!)
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    If you want the best taco recipes for your taco night, look no further- we have the best 15+ taco recipes right here!

    Don't forget the basics before you get started! Try my homemade flour tortillas, taco seasoning, chicken taco seasoning, pico de gallo, salsa verde, and guacamole too!!

    Then be sure to check out my guide for what to serve with tacos to round out your night!

    1. Carnitas Tacos

    If you love authentic Mexican flavors you will surely enjoy these savory carnitas tacos! I can easily eat more than one serving of these delicious tacos!

    Switch it up and use hard or soft taco shells for an experience that everyone will love!

    Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Crock Pot Recipe (Mexican Pulled Pork)
    This recipe is perfect for freezing (include the juices from your crock pot) and cooking up another time!
    Check out this recipe
    Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas (Mexican Pulled Pork)

    2. Black Bean Tacos

    Black beans are so versatile­! They can be used as a side dish, or to make delicious black bean tacos!

    Spice them up with jalapeños, or cool them down with sour cream!

    Check out this recipe

    3. Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos

    Sometimes we just need some bold and tangy flavors to satisfy what our palates are craving! Cilantro and lime is a classic flavor combination that pairs perfectly with grilled shrimp.

    Cilantro lime shrimp tacos will leave you completely satisfied! 

    Check out this recipe

    4. Veggie Tacos

    No meat? No problem! Hearty veggie tacos are so filling, you won't even realize that they were vegetarian!

    Made with fresh summer veggies like zucchini, green chilis, and tomatoes, these tacos are jam-packed with flavor!

    Check out this recipe

    5. Turkey Carnitas

    Slow cooked turkey meat is the way to get the best ever carnitas meat with this flavorful recipe! It's the perfect use for dry or not-so-tender leftovers, and an amazing meal!

    Top it all off with salsa fresca, keeping it simple to let the flavors shine!

    Leftover Turkey Carnitas
    These super tasty Leftover Turkey Carnitas are my favorite way to use up leftover turkey meat! My turkey carnitas are the best use of your leftover turkey from holidays, hands down! Your family is sure to love these easy street style tacos any night of the week, and any time of the year!
    Check out this recipe
    square image showing a close up view of the turkey carnitas garnished and served with fresh homemade pico de gallo served on white corn tortillas on a white plate with light wood grain background

    6. Walking Tacos

    This taco is a childhood classic for me! Walking tacos aren’t really tacos at all. They are all of your favorite taco toppings and flavors piled in a bag of your favorite chips!

    If it were a contest of efficiency and convenience, these would take the cake! Whenever I make walking tacos I feel like a kid again!

    You can also try my walking taco casserole for an easy weeknight dinner!

    Check out this recipe

    7. Crispy Potato Tacos

    Crispy potato tacos! Yes, please! I will gladly eat these yummy tacos any day of the week!

    These meat-free tacos are still substantial and filling because they are full of crispy fried potatoes! Add your favorite taco toppings and you have yourself a unique, delicious taco that everyone will be talking about.

    Check out this recipe

    8. Spicy Chicken Tacos

    If you like a little heat when you eat, spicy chicken tacos are just what you need!

    Shredded chicken and chipotle powder make a unique taco that goes perfectly with a refreshing margarita. Make these for the foodies in your life who like a little spice!

    Check out this recipe

    9. Queso Fundido Tacos

    You are never too old to try a new type of taco! Queso fundido tacos are full of ooey, gooey cheese, and crumbly, flavorful chorizo.

    Add some veggies, or eat them as-is, these tacos are addicting either way!

    Check out this recipe

    10. Fried Fish Tacos (Baja Style Fish Tacos)

    Fried fish Fridays can now be fried fish taco Fridays! Crispy fried fish with a drizzle of avocado crema and the ease of eating a taco? Sign me up!

    Add a squeeze of lemon or lime and you will be in taco heaven.

    Check out this recipe

    11. Shredded Chicken Tacos

    These shredded chicken tacos are incredibly easy to make and absolutely packed with flavor. Use some salsa to take your plain shredded chicken to smothered chicken delicousness!

    These tasty chicken tacos are quite the treat and will definitely be a family favorite for taco night! Add your favorite toppings to make them just how you like them!

    12. Chicharron Tacos

    Crispy chicharron pork rinds are irresistible when paired with an easy salsa verde in this one-of-a-kind taco!

    Chicharron tacos are a unique and flavorful option that is sure to wow and impress.

    Check out this recipe

    13. Ground Venison Tacos

    Ground venison tacos are quick, flavorful, and a nice change from typical taco meat! This recipe yields totally tasty, perfectly seasoned ground venison that doesn't taste gamey at all.

    Venison tacos taste amazing with any type of tortilla and with any of your favorite toppings!

    Ground Venison Tacos
    With my quick, flavorful ground venison tacos, the meat is sauteed with a mixture of herbs and spices until perfectly cooked! Simply serve the ground venison taco meat on your favorite tortillas with the condiments you love, and dinner is served!
    Check out this recipe
    Square photo of 3 loaded venison tacos.

    14. Calamari Tacos

    Who said calamari can't go into a taco? Crispy fried calamari and fresh homemade slaw are a match made in heaven!

    Because squid cooks quickly, you can have unique gourmet tacos ready in a flash!

    Check out this recipe

    15. BBQ Pork Tacos

    BBQ pork is a sign of summertime where I come from. BBQ pork tacos are the perfect combination of sweet and savory!

    Seve them with a cold glass of sweet tea and you have a taco dinner that will leave everyone full and happy.

    Check out this recipe

    16. Birria Tacos

    Mexican birria tacos are are savory, sweet, tangy, and just a tad bit spicy. If you're looking for flavor, these tacos have it all.

    Traditionally made with goat meat, birria is rich and savory which adds a uniquely satisfying element to tacos. If you aren't a fan of goat, there are plenty of alternatives you can use to the same effect!

    Birria Tacos (Tacos de Birria, Quesabirria, or Quesatacos)
    These flavorful Mexican Birria Tacos (Tacos de Birria, Quesabirria, or Quesatacos) are the perfect combination of sweet, sour, savory, slightly spicy, and a hint of smoky goodness! With this flavor-packed goat stew, you can serve it up as-is or make the crispiest, cheesiest tacos you’ll ever taste!
    Check out this recipe
    Mexican birria quesatacos served on black plate with queso fresco, lime, and cilantro.

    17. Plantain Tacos

    Are you familiar with plantains? You may know them more for being sweet if you are, but if you buy green plantains, they are quite savory!

    Delicious plantain tacos with black beans are a wonderful savory meal! Plus, they’re budget-friendly, too!

    Check out this recipe

    18. Prime Rib

    Talk about fancy! Prime rib tacos are a real treat when you have extra prime rib leftover from the holidays.

    Chunks of perfectly cooked beef, pico de gallo, and queso fresco are all you need to make these savory and satisfying street-style tacos. Dip them in your favorite salsa and dig in!

    Leftover Prime Rib Tacos
    These leftover prime rib tacos are one of the best ways to use up extra holiday prime rib roast from Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner. These quick and easy carne asada tacos are loaded with tasty chunks of beef and topped with pico de gallo and queso fresco for the perfect street-style taco!
    Check out this recipe
    large square street style leftover prime rib tacos closeup.

    19. Tacos Dorados

    Tacos dorados are made using corn tortillas that are somehow both perfectly crispy while also being slightly chewy and pliable.

    It is by far my favorite way to make crispy hard taco shells because thy will hold all the toppings you can handle without falling apart! Fill them with seasoned ground beef and enjoy!

    Tacos Dorados
    Tacos Dorados, or 'Golden Tacos' the taco shell is so amazing, that you will never buy hard taco shells again! Get ready to eat more than your fill when you make these crispy tacos.
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of tacos dorados.

    20. Baked Apple Pie Tacos

    Everyone likes a sweet treat after they have a nice hearty dinner, and what better than this fun twist on apple pie! Start out with my incredible baked cinnamon apples for this addictive dessert treat!

    Indulgent apple pie tacos are a dessert to remember. Top them with a scoop of your favorite ice cream and you will be coming back for more!

    Check out this recipe

    🌮 More Great Taco-Inspired Recipes!

    • Taco Meatloaf
    • Doritos Taco Salad
    • Walking Taco Casserole
    • Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

    We hope we have inspired you to make some delicious tacos for your next meal! Now that you are hungry, it is time to get in the kitchen and find your new favorite taco recipe!

    Do you love a recipe you tried? Please leave a 5-star 🌟rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comments section further down the page.
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    Best Taco Recipes: Ground Beef Taco Meat (+More Tasty Taco Recipes!)

    After seeing these taco recipes, we will have you believing that anything can be made into a delicious taco! There's a recipe for vegetarian tacos, fish tacos, spicy meat tacos, even dessert tacos- try one or try them all!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 309kcal
    Prep 5 minutes
    Cooking 10 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil (cooking oil, we also like coconut oil)
    • ¼ cup onion (yellow or white, finely diced)
    • 4.5 oz chopped green chiles
    • 2 lbs ground chuck (or your preferred ground beef)
    • 2 portions taco seasoning mix (see recipe, or use prepackaged mix)
    • 1 cup cilantro (fresh, chopped - approx. 1 bunch)
    • 1 lime (serve as wedges, or squeeze juice into the taco meat)

    Instructions

    • Bring olive oil in a large non-stick or cast iron skillet to medium high heat. Add onion and chopped canned chiles and cook for 1-2 minutes. The onion should begin to become translucent before adding your ground beef.
      1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ cup onion, 4.5 oz chopped green chiles
    • Add the ground beef and brown, turn frequently and break apart the pieces of ground beef while cooking so that all meat is browned evenly. Drain off excess oil, if needed.
      2 lbs ground chuck
    • Add taco seasoning mix, cilantro and lime and combine thoroughly. Cook into the browned ground beef for an additional 1-2 minutes. (*If using commercial taco seasoning mix, follow instructions for the portion of water to be added as packaged mixes typically contain cornstarch)
      2 portions taco seasoning mix, 1 cup cilantro, 1 lime
    • Remove from heat and serve.

    Equipment You May Need

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    Knife Set
    Cutting Board

    Notes

    Leftover ground beef taco meat can be cooled, then stored in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 309kcal (15%) | Carbohydrates: 2g (1%) | Protein: 20g (40%) | Fat: 24g (37%) | Saturated Fat: 9g (56%) | Cholesterol: 81mg (27%) | Sodium: 97mg (4%) | Potassium: 332mg (9%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 158IU (3%) | Vitamin C: 3mg (4%) | Calcium: 25mg (3%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
    Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love!
    Dinner, Ground Beef Taco Meat, taco recipes
    Course Beef Dishes, Dinner Recipes, Main Dish
    Cuisine American, Mexican

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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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