Description
Cheesy pocket tacos burst with Mexican-inspired flavors, delivering a mouthwatering fusion of crispy tortillas and melted cheese. Hungry diners will savor each bite of this irresistible street-style dish that promises pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 ounce)
Cheeses and Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Vegetables and Additional Toppings:
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
Dough and Cooking Ingredient:
- 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough (8 count)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef thoroughly, ensuring no pink remains. Drain away excess fat to reduce greasiness.
- Incorporate taco seasoning into the beef, adding recommended water amount. Allow mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, developing rich flavor profile.
- Create cheese blend by combining shredded cheddar and mozzarella in a separate mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution.
- Prepare accompaniment mixture by gently folding sour cream, salsa, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and chopped green onions together.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to precisely 350F, using a thermometer for accurate temperature control.
- Carefully stretch each biscuit dough piece, creating a wider surface. Center a generous scoop of seasoned beef, then top with cheese mixture.
- Carefully fold dough over filling, pressing edges firmly with fingertips or fork tines to create a complete seal and prevent leakage during frying.
- Gently lower sealed pockets into hot oil, frying until exterior turns golden brown and crispy, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Use slotted spoon for safe extraction.
- Transfer fried tacos to paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately with additional garnishes like sour cream or salsa for enhanced enjoyment.
Notes
- Prevent Stuffing Overflow carefully seal the edges of the biscuit dough to keep cheese and meat inside during frying, which stops messy leaks and ensures a perfect crispy pocket.
- Adjust Spice Levels easily customize the heat by choosing mild or hot taco seasoning, or adding extra chili flakes for those who love a spicier kick.
- Healthier Baking Option instead of deep-frying, brush the pockets with olive oil and bake at 375F for 12-15 minutes for a lower-fat alternative that’s still deliciously crispy.
- Gluten-Free Modification swap traditional biscuit dough for gluten-free biscuit mix or use corn tortillas to make this recipe celiac-friendly without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 530 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg