Description
Football Taco Boats are a fun and flavorful way to enjoy tacos, perfect for game day. These crispy tortilla boats are filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings, offering a convenient and customizable party snack that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini flour tortillas
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup jalapeño slices (optional)
- Salsa or hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Warm tortillas in the microwave for 15 seconds until pliable.
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up. Drain fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the beef, stir until thickened. Remove from heat.
- Lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Fold tortillas into boat shapes and place them in the muffin tin.
- Spoon seasoned beef into each tortilla boat, then sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are crispy.
- Remove from oven, cool slightly, and add toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, olives, green onions, and jalapeños.
- Serve with salsa or hot sauce if desired.
Notes
- Ground turkey can be used as a leaner option for the beef.
- Customize toppings based on personal preference.
- Consider adding avocado or guacamole for extra flavor.
- For gluten-free option, use gluten-free tortillas.
- Vegetarian option can be made with beans or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 boat
- Calories: 350 kcal
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