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Tex-Mex Style Tacos

Tex-Mex Style Tacos

with Zesty Salad and Cheese

Mimi Morley
Mimi MorleyPublished on May 26, 2021

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Tags:
Rapid
Spicy
Under 600 calories
Allergens:
Milk
Cereals containing gluten

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total20 minutes
Active 20 minutes
DifficultyMedium

Ingredients

serving amount

60

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

1

Garlic Clove**

1

Medium Tomato

1

Baby Gem Lettuce

½

Lime

½

Red Kidney Beans

240

British Beef Mince

30

Tomato Puree

1

Cajun Spice Mix

10

Beef Stock Paste

6

Plain Taco Tortillas

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

Not included in your delivery

1

Olive Oil for the Dressing

¼

Sugar

75

Water for the Beef

Nutritional information

Energy (kcal)843 kcal
Energy (kJ)3526 kJ
Fat43.9 g
of which saturates19.7 g
Carbohydrate67.6 g
of which sugars9.5 g
Protein50 g
Salt3.7 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.

Utensils

Bowl
Zester
Chopping Board
Garlic Press
Grater
Colander
Knife
Spoon
Grill Pan
Measuring Cups
Medium Bowl
Plate

Instructions

Get Prepped
1

a) Preheat your oven to 200°C. Grate the cheese. Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). Chop the tomatoes into 1cm pieces. b) Trim the root from the baby gem lettuce, halve lengthways and thinly slice. Zest and halve the lime. c) Drain and rinse the kidney beans in a colander (see ingredients for amount). Pop half of the kidney beans into a bowl and mash with a fork until broken up.

Brown the Mince
2

a) Heat a frying pan on medium-high heat (no oil). b) When the pan is hot, add the beef mince and cook until browned, 5-6 mins. Use a wooden spoon to break it up as it cooks. Drain the excess fat out. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands after handling raw mince.

Add the Flavour
3

a) Reduce the heat to medium and add the garlic, tomato puree and cajun spice to the beef (add less spice if you don't like heat). b) Stir to combine, then cook until fragrant, 1-2 mins.

Add the Beans
4

a) Pour in the water for the beef (see ingredients for amount) and add the beef stock paste. b) Add the kidney beans (whole and mashed). Stir until everything is evenly mixed and the sauce thickens. c) Season with salt and pepper. TIP: Add a splash more water if dry. IMPORTANT: The mince is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Make the Salad
5

a) Meanwhile, put the olive oil for the dressing and sugar into a medium bowl (see ingredients for both amounts). b) Season with salt and pepper and squeeze in the lime juice. Mix together until combined. Add the lettuce and tomato to the dressing and toss to combine. c) Meanwhile, pop the tacos on the top shelf of your oven to warm through for 2-3 mins.

Finish and Serve
6

a) Taste the beef mixture and add salt and pepper if you feel it needs it. b) Serve the tacos with a spoonful of beef on top. c) Sprinkle over the cheese and lime zest. Add the salad. d) Serve and devour. Enjoy!

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