Crispy Taco Turnovers
Crispy taco turnovers feature seasoned beef, melted cheese, and fresh tomatoes wrapped in crispy fried tortillas, making a delicious, handheld Mexican-inspired treat perfect for any casual meal or snack.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Brown ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic in a heavy frying pan.
- Add salt and chili powder, and blend well.
- Place 1/2 cup of the beef filling, 1/2 cup cheese, and 1/2 cup diced tomatoes onto one-half of each tortilla.
- Fold the other half over the filling, pressing it down to remove any air pockets.
- Pour oil into a large skillet to a 1/4-inch depth and heat until hot.
- Place the filled tortillas into the hot oil a few at a time.
- Saute over medium to high heat until golden on each side, about 45 seconds per side.
- Remove from the pan onto paper towels to drain.
- Cut into wedges and serve.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
548
kcal
27% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-fiber
Contains
Milk
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).