Hard Taco
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Hard tacos are a popular Mexican dish made from corn or flour tortillas that are shaped and fried until crispy. They are a delicious source of protein, offering nearly 9 grams per serving.
This food item is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, and shelter feeding.
Popular Home Recipes for Hard Taco
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Hard Taco shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Enjoy a crispy, flavorful meal with these hard tacos, perfect for a family dinner that combines savory fillings with crunchy shells.
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground beef
- •1 tbsp olive oil
- •1 packet taco seasoning
- •12 hard taco shells
- •1 cup shredded lettuce
- •1 cup diced tomatoes
- •1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- •1/2 cup sour cream
- •1/4 cup sliced black olives
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- 3Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water, simmer for 5 minutes.
- 4Warm taco shells in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
- 5Fill each taco shell with a layer of seasoned beef.
- 6Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and olives.
- 7Serve immediately and enjoy the crunchy delight.
Chef Tips
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Add avocado slices for extra creaminess.
- Store leftover fillings separately for easy assembly later.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.