Beef Meximelt Tacos (Printer-Friendly Version)
Warm tortillas filled with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and vibrant pico de gallo for a satisfying meal.
# Ingredients Needed:
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1 pound ground beef
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning
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6 taco-sized flour tortillas
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2 cups Mexican shredded cheese blend
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3/4 cup pico de gallo
→ Pico de Gallo
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1 cup chopped tomato
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2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
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1/2 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Combine chopped tomato, onion, lime juice, salt, cilantro, and jalapeño in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until use.
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Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces. Stir in taco seasoning and required water per seasoning package instructions. Simmer until fully cooked and absorbed.
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Heat flour tortillas wrapped in a towel in the microwave for about 20 seconds until pliable without cracking.
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Lay a warm tortilla flat, layer with shredded cheese, cooked ground beef, and pico de gallo. Fold in sides and roll tightly like a burrito.
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Wrap assembled Meximelt in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds to melt cheese.
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Remove wrap and serve immediately while warm.
# Helpful Hints:
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For authentic texture, break ground beef into fine pieces during cooking and use small taco-sized tortillas.
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Warming tortillas prevents cracking and eases handling during assembly.
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Pico de gallo provides a fresh, chunky salsa reminiscent of the original Fresco salsa.