Certainly! Here’s the full recipe for homemade taco salad, including details on making the shells:
Homemade Taco Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (or your preferred meat or meat substitute)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 head of lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup queso dip
- 1 cup sliced black olives
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup taco-flavored ranch dressing
- 1 cup sliced jalapeños (optional, for heat)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 bag Doritos or your favorite tortilla chips
- Giant flour tortillas (for homemade shells)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
1. Prepare Taco Meat:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning and follow the package instructions. Set aside.
2. Make Homemade Shells:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut giant flour tortillas into desired shapes (triangles or bowls).
- Fry the tortillas for about 1 minute on each side or until golden brown. Place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
3. Assemble Taco Salad:
- In a large serving bowl or individual bowls, layer shredded lettuce as the base.
- Top with taco meat, shredded cheese, queso dip, black olives, diced tomatoes, and crushed Doritos.
- Drizzle with taco-flavored ranch dressing and salsa.
- Add dollops of sour cream and sprinkle sliced jalapeños for extra flavor.
4. Serve:
- Place the homemade tortilla shells around the salad or serve them on the side.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade taco salad!
5. Customize:
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences. Add ingredients like avocado, green onions, or cilantro.
This homemade taco salad is perfect for gatherings or a flavorful family dinner. Feel free to adjust ingredient quantities based on the number of servings you need. Enjoy!