Hard Taco Shells

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat about 1 inch of oil in a heavy skillet over medium to medium-high heat to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  2. Use tongs to place one tortilla at a time into the oil. It should start to sizzle right away. Cook for about 15 seconds, then flip over and fold the shell in half, holding in place with the tongs until crispy, about 15 seconds. You may need a little practice at first. Drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with salt while still hot. Use for tacos right away, or they may become chewy. Leftovers may be heated in the oven for crisping.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

171 kcal 9% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.4g 3% DV
Total Fat 14g 18% DV
Carbs 11.2g 4% DV
Fiber 1.6g 6% DV
Sugar 0.2g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9846mg 100% DV
Potassium 50mg 1% DV
Cholesterol 13.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 204.8mcg 23% DV
Calcium 27.8mg 2% DV
Iron 0.4mg 2% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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