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Smoky Street Tacos with Crispy Onion Rings

Find a delicious and authentic copycat street taco recipe with our Smoky Street Tacos with Crispy Onion Rings. Enjoy the flavors of a famous restaurant at home!

πŸ•’ Prep 20 min. Cook 15 min. Total 35 min.
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Mexican, Street Food

Allergens

Wheat, Dairy

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 6 corn tortillas
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup all
  • purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 qt vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 avocado, sliced

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and crumbly. Drain excess fat and mix in taco seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Preheat vegetable oil to 350Β°F in a deep fryer or heavy pot for frying onion rings.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine flour and panko breadcrumbs. In another dish, whisk buttermilk. Dip onion slices in buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture to coat. Fry in oil until golden brown and crispy, about 2 3 minutes. Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain.
  4. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10 seconds per tortilla. Assemble tacos by placing beef mixture, lettuce, salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese, and avocado slices in each tortilla. Top with crispy onion rings.

Chef’s Insight

To truly capture the bustling street market vibe, invite friends over to share these tacos and enjoy live music while grilling outside.

Notes

Adjust the spice level by using milder or hotter taco seasoning, depending on your preference.

Cultural or Historical Background

Street tacos have a rich history in Mexico, with vendors selling them from small stands since the 19th century. The concept of adding crispy onion rings is a modern twist on this classic dish.