How to Make a Taco

A taco is made from simple ingredients.

One of the most common Mexican foods embraced in the United States is the taco. A taco is arguably as much a part of America's culinary world as a hamburger. The taco is a simple food made of simple ingredients that is simply delicious.

Things You'll Need

• 1/2 cup corn oil
• 12 corn tortillas
• Fork
• Tongs
• 2 cups shredded beef
• bunch chopped green onions
• 1/2 head shredded lettuce
• 1 tomato diced
• 2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
• 1 cup salsa verde

Instructions

1. Heat the corn oil in a small frying pan until a drop of water immediately sizzles.

2. Fry the tortilla lightly on each side. Before it becomes crisp, bend the tortilla in half using a fork and tongs to hold it steady.

3. Drain the tortillas on a paper towel.

4. Heat the beef in a stove or microwave until it is steaming.

5. Place two tablespoons of shredded beef into each shell.

6. Add onions, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and salsa.

References

• Mex Grocer: The basics on how to make TACOS
• Mex Connect: Wrap It Up: A Guide To Mexican Street Tacos - Part I