Description
A homemade version of the classic cheesy gordita crunch featuring soft tortillas, crispy taco shells, seasoned beef, melted cheese, and a creamy tangy sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 small flour tortillas (about 15 cm / 6 inches)
- 8 crunchy taco shells
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 packet (30 g) taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the beef, simmer until thickened.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, paprika, and salt to make the sauce.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a pan or microwave until soft.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese onto each tortilla and heat briefly until melted.
- Press a crunchy taco shell onto each cheesy tortilla so it sticks.
- Fill each taco shell with seasoned beef, lettuce, and diced tomatoes.
- Drizzle the prepared sauce inside and serve immediately.
Notes
- Assemble just before serving to keep shells crispy.
- Swap beef for chicken, turkey, or plant-based alternatives.
- Add jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese for extra spice.
- Store components separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat beef in a pan and assemble fresh for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gordita crunch
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
