Instructions

• Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
• Add the ground beef and taco seasoning, breaking it apart as it cooks. Cook until no longer pink.
• To make the tortillas pliable and prevent tearing during folding, heat each tortilla in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 20-30 seconds on each side or until they are soft and pliable. Alternatively, you can wrap them in a damp cloth and microwave for about 30 seconds.
• Lay out each tortilla, place a spoonful of beef mixture on one side, and sprinkle with some cheese. Fold the tortilla in half over the filling.
• Generously coat the bottom of a frying pan with oil and heat over medium heat.
• Once the oil is shimmering hot (about 350°F), use tongs to carefully touch the oil with a small piece of test tortilla. If it sizzles and bubbles immediately, it’s ready. Carefully place a few tacos in the pan.
• Fry each side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side. Use tongs in one hand to pinch closed the open side of the tacos as you flip them over. Use a spatula in the other hand to help flip it if needed.
• Remove the tacos using tongs and let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
• Open each taco slightly (be careful as they'll be hot and crispy) and stuff with lettuce, tomato, and/or any other preferred fillings.