Firecracker Tailgate Street Tacos

Firecracker Tailgate Street Tacos

Discover this copycat Firecracker Tailgate Street Tacos recipe for your next game day party. A sensational blend of ground beef and taco seasoning served on warmed corn tortillas with fresh toppings and a zesty kick!

Time: Prep - 10 minutes, Cook - 25 minutes, Total - 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Allergens

Gluten (from the tortillas)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups prepared taco seasoning
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add taco seasoning and cook according to package instructions until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Preheat grill or griddle on high heat.
  3. Warm tortillas for 15 20 seconds per side on the grill, then set aside.
  4. To assemble tacos, layer ground beef, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, cheese, and jalapeño (if using) on each tortilla. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The key to these firecracker tacos is the perfect blend of spices in the taco seasoning and the sizzle of the grill-warmed tortillas.

Notes

This recipe serves as a fun and interactive meal for game day gatherings with friends and family. Feel free to adjust the spice level of the taco seasoning according to preference.

Cultural or Historical Background

Street food, particularly tacos, have a rich history in Mexico and have become popular worldwide due to their versatility and delicious flavors.