Crispy Turkey Tacos
These crispy turkey tacos are a fun and flavorful twist on taco night. They’re filled with seasoned turkey, beans and cheese, then cooked until crisp and golden. Serve them hot with your favorite toppings.
Servings: 10
Equipment
- Skillet Large
Ingredients
- 1 Pound ground turkey
- ½ onion yellow or white, diced
- 1 Package taco seasoning
- ½ Cup refried beans
- 1 Cup cheese shredded
- 10 corn tortillas soft
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil for frying. may need more
Optional Fillings
- lettuce shredded
- tomatoes diced
- lime juice fresh
- cilantro
- sour cream
- avocado sliced
- hot sauce
Instructions
Cook the Turkey
- Add turkey and onion to a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until meat is browned and onions are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning following package directions. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Assemble the Tacos
- To make the tacos, spread a tablespoon of refried beans on half a corn tortilla.
- On the other half, place a heaping spoonful of turkey mixture, and sprinkle with shredded cheese. DO NOT FOLD the tortilla in half at this time or the tortilla will crack.
Soften the Tortillas
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add enough vegetable oil to coat the bottom of the pan. When the oil is hot, place the prepared tortilla flat into the pan.
- Allow to cook for about 30 seconds until the tortilla becomes pliable. Using tongs, carefully fold the tortilla in half.
- Continue to cook for 2 to 4 minutes per side, until tacos are golden and crispy. Remove from pan and drain on a paper towel. Repeat with remaining tortillas, adding additional vegetable oil to the pan as necessary.
- While the tacos are still warm, carefully open each one and stuff with optional fillings.
Oven Version
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave or over an open flame to make them pliable. Quickly follow instruction 2 but fold the tacos in half.
- Place on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 5 to 8 minutes, then flip and continue baking for 5 minutes more.
Air Fryer Version
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Warm the tortillas over an open flame or in the microwave to make them pliable.
- Spread beans evenly over the entire tortilla and top with meat and cheese. Folded tacos will not stay folded in the air fryer so you need to roll the taco.
- Place rolled tacos seam side down in the air fryer. Cook for 8 to 12 minutes until crispy.
Notes
Warm tortillas before filling: Prevents cracking and helps them fold easily.
Don’t overfill: Keeps the tacos from falling apart during cooking.
Drain well after frying: Keeps the shells crispy, not greasy.
Serve immediately: They taste best hot and crunchy.
Use tongs for folding: Safer and easier when handling hot oil.
Don’t overfill: Keeps the tacos from falling apart during cooking.
Drain well after frying: Keeps the shells crispy, not greasy.
Serve immediately: They taste best hot and crunchy.
Use tongs for folding: Safer and easier when handling hot oil.
Nutrition
Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 457mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 463IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 1mg
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