Cheesy Gordita Crunch
The Cheesy Gordita Crunch is a mouthwatering dinner option perfect for the entire family. This dish beautifully combines soft flour tortillas and crunchy hard taco shells, packed with flavorful ground beef cooked with aromatic onions and garlic. The signature feature is the melty cheese layered between the tortillas, creating an irresistible cheesy goodness that appeals to both kids and adults. Topped with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy sour cream, this gordita delivers a tasty fusion of textures and flavors. Quick to prepare and easy to love, it's an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Looking for a quick, delicious dinner that's sure to satisfy the whole family? This Cheesy Gordita Crunch is your go-to recipe. It's a fusion of soft and crispy textures wrapped in cheesy goodness, and it's kid-approved!
Ingredients
🥩 1.5 pounds ground beef
🧅 1 large onion, chopped
🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
🌶️ 2 packets taco seasoning
🥄 1 teaspoon chili flakes
💧 1/2 cup water
🥙 Flour tortillas
🧀 Shredded cheese (your choice)
🌮 Hard taco shells
🥬 Lettuce, shredded
🍅 Tomatoes, diced
🍶 Sour cream
Instructions
1- Prepare the Beef Filling:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it's browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the beef, sautéing for a couple of minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic fragrant.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, chili flakes, and water. Mix well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and let it cook on low heat for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
2- Prepare the Tortillas:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the flour tortillas on a baking tray. Sprinkle a generous amount of cheese over each tortilla.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted (about 5 minutes).
3- Assemble the Gorditas:
- Remove the cheesy tortillas from the oven. Place a hard taco shell in the center of each tortilla.
- Carefully fold the sides of the tortilla up and around the taco shell, creating a snug, cheesy wrap.
4- Stuff and Serve:
- Fill each gordita with the beef filling, a sprinkle of shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, more cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve immediately and enjoy every crunchy, cheesy bite!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 400
Protein: 25g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Equipment: Skillet, Baking tray
Cooking Tips:
- Feel free to add other toppings like sliced jalapeños, avocado, or salsa for extra flavor.
- Using pre-shredded lettuce and pre-diced tomatoes can save additional prep time.
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