Best Tarantula Tostadas Or Tacos Recipes

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TARANTULA TACOS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix
3/4 cup water
1 package (4.6 oz) Old El Paso® taco shells
12 Old El Paso® flour tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas (6 inch; from two 8.2-oz packages)
1 can (16 oz) Old El Paso® refried beans, heated
3/4 cup Old El Paso® salsa (any variety)
1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • 1. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water. Cook over medium heat 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 2. Heat taco shells and flour tortillas as directed on packages.
  • 3. Spread 2 tablespoons heated refried beans on each flour tortilla. Place hard taco shell on center of flour tortilla and gently fold tortilla sides up to match taco shell sides.
  • 4. Spoon 2 tablespoons beef mixture into each double-layer taco shell. Top with salsa, lettuce and cheese. Serve immediately.

SHREDDED CHICKEN FOR ENCHILADAS, TOSTADAS, TACOS...



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This is an authentic filling used for Mexican dishes such as: enchiladas, tostadas and tacos. You can easily double the recipe, as it freezes well. I always have some on hand in the freezer. Use this in place of plain shredded chicken; and it will kick an average Mexican recipe up a notch (IMHO). COOK'S NOTES: 1 whole frying chicken, giblets and excess fat removed, can be used instead of boneless chicken breasts.

Provided by JTsMom

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 medium onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 tablespoon salt
water
2 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon marjoram
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (or to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
1/2 cup chicken broth (reserved)

Steps:

  • Place first four ingredients in a pot. Add just enough water to cover the chicken.
  • Bring to a slow boil, cover, lower heat to maintain a simmer and cook until done, about 20 - 25 minutes. If using a whole chicken; cook approximately 50 - 60 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from pot, let cool and shred. (I cool my chicken in the refrigerator to be safe) If using a whole chicken; remove meat from bones and shred. Reserve broth.
  • In a large pan, melt butter over low heat.
  • Add the remaining ingredients listed, except tomato sauce, salt, and broth.
  • Sauté until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in shredded chicken and briefly sauté.
  • Add tomato sauce and ½ cup of reserved broth.
  • Salt to taste.

BEEF TOSTADAS/TACOS



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I found this recipe on the parents.com website and decided to try it for my family. Although I couldn't find tostada shells, I substituted taco shells. With 2 kids, probably made for easier eating anyway. My family loved this and have requested I make this again! We also added Sour Cream and although I didn't have any guacamole, I think it would be a great addition to this recipe. Fix them up which ever way suits your taste. The meat is delicious!

Provided by Jamey

Categories     Meat

Time 6h15m

Yield 12 Tostadas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs boneless beef round steak
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup lime juice
3 garlic cloves, seeded and finely chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 taco shells
3/4 cup fat-free refried beans
1 1/2 cups lettuce
1 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, shredded
1 cup salsa

Steps:

  • Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper. Place 3 tablespoons of the lime juice, garlic, jalapeno, onion, chili powder, cumin and cayenne pepper in a slow cooker. Place beef on top and cook on high for 6 hours or low for 8 hours.
  • Remove beef to a cutting board and when cool enough to handle, shred and place in a large bowl.
  • Strain remaining liquid and add the strained liquid and remaining 1 tablespoon of lime juice to beef and stir to combine.
  • Warm shells in oven according to directions. While Tostadas are baking, heat refried beans in microwave for 1 1/2 minutes on high or until warm.
  • Top shells with beans, meat, lettuce, cheese, and salsa and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 607.2, Fat 34.6, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 108.9, Sodium 944.1, Carbohydrate 36.4, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 4.3, Protein 39.1

TARANTULA TACOS



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Turn simple tacos into fun Halloween surprises with these simple olive toppers.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box (4.7 oz) Old El Paso™ Stand 'n Stuff™ taco shells
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup sour cream
20 extra-large pitted ripe olives

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Heat taco shells in oven as directed on box.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water. Reduce heat to medium; cook uncovered about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until water has evaporated. Remove from heat.
  • Spoon beef mixture into heated taco shells. Top with cheese, lettuce and tomato.
  • Spoon sour cream into small resealable food-storage plastic bag. Seal bag; cut tiny hole in corner of bag. Pipe sour cream over top of each taco to resemble spiderweb.
  • For each spider, top taco with 1 olive, pitted end down. Cut second olive lengthwise into 8 pieces; place around olive for legs. For eyes, squeeze 2 dots of sour cream onto top of olive.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 tacos each), Sodium 1150 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

TOSTADAS



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Although tostadas do not typically have meat in them, this recipe does. Ground beef is usually used for tacos, refried beans in tostadas and a mixture of the two for burritos. I leave it up to you how you wish to enjoy your Mexican. Please feel free to take liberties with this recipe in regards to your own tastes.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Meat

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder (store bought, Chili Seasoning Mix or your own recipe)
1 (15 ounce) can refried beans
4 tostadas or 4 corn tortillas
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 cups shredded lettuce
salsa or pico de gallo
jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
onion, minced
green onions or scallion, chopped
fresh cilantro, chopped
avocado, diced
guacamole
sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef, onions, crushed red pepper, cumin and chili powder in a skillet until no longer pink, stirring to break into crumbles.
  • Stir in refried beans.
  • Place equal amounts of the beef and bean mixture on each tostada shell.
  • Top with cheese, lettuce and tomato; dress tostada with the optional toppings of your choice.

CRISPY OVEN BEEF-AND-BEAN TOSTADAS



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A healthier way to make tostadas and better tasting. The simple secret to making crispy tostadas is baking the corn tortillas instead of frying.

Provided by Lela

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ pound ground beef
½ cup chopped sweet onion, or more to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
6 corn tortillas
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups refried beans
2 cups shredded lettuce, or as desired
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix garlic salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, and garlic in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Keep warm while preparing tostada shells.
  • Brush oil over both sides of tortillas and arrange on a baking sheet.
  • Bake tortillas in preheated oven until crisped on top, about 5 minutes. Flip tortillas and continue baking until other side crisps, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Heat refried beans in a saucepan over medium-low, stirring regularly until hot, about 5 minutes (see Cook's Note).
  • Divide refried beans between tostadas and spread over one side of each; spoon ground beef mixture over the beans. Top each tostada with lettuce, Cheddar cheese, and diced tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 743.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 119.9 mg, Fat 40.7 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 1229.4 mg, Sugar 4 g

TARANTULA TOSTADAS (OR TACOS)



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I have to admit, every once in a while I've just gotta play with my food. Being an adult is hard work, so sometimes you just have to say NO. This cute idea is from Betty Crocker, but they used the Old El Paso Stand 'n Stuff shells with the flat bottoms. Since I couldn't find them, I used tostada bowls. More room for more spiders! You can add whatever else you like - I added some refried beans as the first layer and also some guacamole.

Provided by Sandi From CA

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tostadas (bowls) or 4 taco shells (Old El Paso Stand 'n Stuff shells)
1 lb lean ground beef (at least 80%)
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
1 medium tomatoes, chopped (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup sour cream
20 extra-large pitted black ripe olives (whichever is largest) or 20 jumbo black olives (whichever is largest)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F.
  • Heat tostada or taco shells in oven as directed on box, usually just a couple of minutes.
  • In a 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in taco seasoning mix and water.
  • Reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until water has evaporated. Remove from heat.
  • Spoon beef mixture into heated tostada or taco shells. Top with cheese, lettuce and tomato.
  • Spoon sour cream into small resealable food-storage plastic bag. Seal bag; cut VERY tiny hole in corner of bag. Pipe sour cream over top of each taco to resemble spider web.
  • For each spider, top taco with 1 olive, pitted end down. Cut second olive lengthwise into 8 pieces; place around whole olive for legs. For eyes, squeeze 2 dots of sour cream onto top of olive.
  • BOO!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.2, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 73.9, Sodium 667.9, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 20.4

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