Tacos are such a great, versatile meal choice. From the traditional option you can even get at fast food restaurants to street tacos where the sky’s the limit, there’s a taco to please just about anyone. They are so easy to make, and you could have tacos every night. These 15 taco recipes will offer options to suit all sorts of tastes.
Shrimp Taco Recipe
Shrimp tacos are a great option because they are so simple to make. This recipe includes many tips to get the most out of these tasty seafood tacos.
You need: 400 g shrimp, 8 tortillas, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp cumin, lime, cabbage, yoghurt sauce.
- Season and cook shrimp 2 min per side.
- Warm the tortillas.
- Fill with shrimp, cabbage and sauce.
Cauliflower Tacos
Some people think that a vegan diet means that tacos are off the table. But this roasted cauliflower taco recipe proves otherwise, with loads of vegan-friendly toppings and options.
You need: 1 cauliflower, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp taco seasoning, 8 tortillas, avocado, lime.
- Roast florets with oil and seasoning at 220°C for 25 min.
- Warm tortillas.
- Fill with cauliflower, avocado and lime.
Grilled Corn & Black Bean Tacos with Feta
This recipe will satisfy those who don’t go full vegan but still want a vegetarian option. Blending grilled corn, black beans, and even mango creates a flavorful option that doesn’t need meat to be tasty.
You need: 4 corn cobs, 400 g black beans, 8 tortillas, 80 g feta, lime, coriander.
- Grill the corn and cut off kernels.
- Warm beans.
- Fill tortillas with beans, corn and feta.
Crispy Turkey Tacos
Ground turkey is a great substitute for ground beef for those trying to be more health-conscious. While the two are similar, the best ground turkey recipes (such as this one) build foods around the turkey instead of just swapping it for beef.
You need: 500 g turkey mince, 1 tbsp taco seasoning, 8 taco shells, lettuce, tomato, cheese.
- Brown turkey with seasoning.
- Warm shells.
- Fill with turkey and toppings.
Mississippi Pot Roast Tacos
A good slow cooker pot roast falls apart at a touch, which makes it perfect for tacos. This surprising recipe takes a different approach, but is definitely worth a try.
You need: 1 kg beef chuck, 1 ranch packet, 1 au jus packet, 5 pepperoncini, 50 g butter, tortillas.
- Slow cook everything 8 hours.
- Shred the beef.
- Serve in tortillas.
Crock Pot Chicken Tacos
Or, for a shredded chicken option, try these Crock Pot chicken tacos. Shredded chicken is topped with salsa and other fresh veggies for a super tasty taco.
You need: 600 g chicken breasts, 1 packet taco seasoning, 250 ml salsa, 8 tortillas.
- Slow cook chicken with seasoning and salsa 6 hours on low.
- Shred.
- Fill tortillas.
Crispy Chipotle Shredded Beef Tacos
Start the slow cooker early in the day to have the beef roast ready at dinner time. These quesadilla-style tacos feature flaky beef and gooey cheese for a meal that will be devoured much faster than it took to cook.
You need: 500 g cooked shredded beef, 2 tbsp chipotle sauce, 8 tortillas, oil, cheese.
- Mix beef with sauce.
- Fill tortillas with beef and cheese.
- Fry until crisp.
Healthy Air Fryer Steak Tacos
Two things really make this taco recipe stand out. One is that it is designed around cheaper cuts of beef to keep things more affordable. Two is that it’s made in the air fryer to keep the health benefits high.
You need: 500 g steak, 1 tbsp taco seasoning, 8 tortillas, 1 avocado, salsa.
- Season steak and air fry at 200°C for 8 min.
- Slice.
- Fill tortillas.
Chicken Wonton Tacos
Applebees chicken wonton tacos were a popular menu item that sadly fell by the wayside. Luckily, this recipe was inspired by them and makes for a really tasty chicken wonton taco option. While they have since returned to the Applebees menu, you can now have them at home anytime.
You need: 12 wonton wrappers, 300 g cooked chicken, 100 g cheese, salsa, lettuce.
- Press wrappers into a muffin tin.
- Bake at 190°C for 8 min.
- Fill with chicken, cheese and toppings.
Sheet Pan Tacos
These sheet-pan tacos are inspired by the Taco Bell crunch wrap, which is a great start. However, the recipe adds some tweaks that really push them into another category altogether.
You need: 500 g chicken, 2 peppers, 1 onion, 2 tbsp taco seasoning, 3 tbsp oil, tortillas.
- Toss everything with oil and spice on a tray.
- Roast at 220°C for 20 min.
- Serve in tortillas.
Spicy Sweet Potato Tacos
Potato tacos are slowly gaining ground in the taco arena as people try this interesting beef substitute. But sweet potato tacos are a whole new spin on this idea and must be tried to be believed.
You need: 2 sweet potatoes, 1 tbsp oil, 1 tsp chilli powder, 8 tortillas, 400 g black beans, lime crema.
- Roast diced potato with oil and chilli at 200°C for 25 min.
- Warm beans and tortillas.
- Fill and top with crema.
Tropical Vegan Tacos
For a different vegan take on tacos, try this fruity Caribbean-inspired option. Combining tofu with pineapple, mango, and more traditional taco spices and toppings makes a fruity, tasty dinner.
You need: 8 tortillas, 1 mango, 1 avocado, 300 g jackfruit or tofu, cabbage, lime.
- Season and pan-fry jackfruit or tofu.
- Dice the mango and avocado.
- Fill tortillas with everything.
Breakfast Tacos With Harissa Lime Sour Cream
Tacos aren’t just for dinner! This breakfast taco option uses a fried egg for protein and adds flavors like harissa and lime to make it pop.
You need: 4 eggs, 6 small tortillas, 100 g sour cream, 1 tsp harissa, 1 lime, 50 g cheese.
- Mix sour cream with harissa and lime.
- Scramble eggs.
- Fill tortillas with eggs, cheese and sauce.
Blackened Salmon Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
Fish tacos may sound odd, but they are a staple for Mexico’s coastal towns. Add delicious salmon, pineapple salsa, and lime aioli, and score a home run at dinnertime.
You need: 4 salmon fillets, 1 tbsp blackening spice, 8 tortillas, 200 g pineapple, 1/2 red onion, coriander, lime.
- Dust salmon with spice and sear 4 min per side.
- Dice pineapple, onion, coriander and lime for salsa.
- Flake into tortillas with salsa.
Zucchini Tacos
One more vegetarian option, these tacos spotlight zucchini. They blend perfectly with sweet corn and cotija cheese, leaving room for customization.
You need: 2 courgettes, 1 tbsp oil, 1 tsp cumin, 8 tortillas, 400 g black beans, cheese.
- Sauté diced courgette with oil and cumin.
- Warm beans and tortillas.
- Fill and top with cheese.
2-Ingredient Instant Pot Shredded Beef for Tacos
This 2-ingredient instant pot shredded beef tacos recipe is a quick and simple meal. The tender beef and rich, dynamic spices and flavors make for a perfect taco!
You need: 1 kg beef, 500 ml salsa.
- Place beef and salsa in an Instant Pot.
- Cook 60 min.
- Shred and mix in the juices.
Crispy Chicken Tacos
This Crispy Chicken Tacos recipe features the most delicious combination of juicy garlic and lemongrass marinated chicken, crunchy tortilla chips, and soft corn tortilla shells. This taco dish has the crispy and crunchy texture filling within a soft taco! You get the best of both worlds!
You need: 500 g chicken breast, 50 g breadcrumbs, 1 egg, 8 tortillas, lettuce, sauce.
- Crumb the chicken strips and bake at 200°C for 18 min.
- Warm tortillas.
- Fill with chicken, lettuce and sauce.
Slow Cooker Taco Soup
This vegan taco soup recipe is cozy comfort food. If you like tacos, you’ll love this taco-inspired soup, which is made with two types of beans, chili peppers, and corn.
You need: 500 g minced beef, 400 g tomatoes, 400 g beans, 200 g corn, 1 taco seasoning packet, 500 ml stock.
- Brown the beef.
- Place everything in a slow cooker.
- Cook on low 6 hours.
Roasted Butternut Squash and Chipotle Tofu Tacos
Roasted chipotle squash and tofu in tortillas with a spicy tahini lime cabbage slaw. A must make!
You need: 1 butternut squash, 200 g tofu, 2 tbsp chipotle paste, 8 tortillas, lime, coriander.
- Roast squash cubes at 200°C for 25 min.
- Fry crumbled tofu with chipotle.
- Fill tortillas.
Taco Casserole
Craving comfort food with a zesty twist? Look no further than the flavor, comfort, and simplicity of this tasty taco casserole. In this delicious fusion, we layer tortillas, seasoned meat, and ooey-gooey cheese to create a medley of flavor, taste, and texture.
You need: 500 g minced beef, 1 packet taco seasoning, 200 g tortilla chips, 300 g salsa, 150 g cheese.
- Brown the beef with seasoning.
- Layer chips, beef, salsa and cheese.
- Bake at 180°C for 15 min.
Vegan Taco Salad with Quinoa Taco Meat
Vegan Taco Salad! With quinoa taco meat, corn, beans, avocado, tomatoes, taco chips and homemade French-style dressing.
You need: 100 g quinoa, 400 g black beans, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, 2 tsp taco seasoning, lime.
- Cook quinoa with the seasoning.
- Build bowls with lettuce, beans and tomatoes.
- Top with avocado and lime.
Soft Shell Taco
These soft shell tacos come together with ground beef, homemade seasoning, and toppings of your choice. This recipe comes together in one pan, in under 30 minutes. Great for an easy weeknight dinner!
You need: 8 soft tortillas, 500 g minced beef, 1 tbsp taco seasoning, lettuce, cheese, tomato.
- Brown beef with seasoning.
- Warm tortillas.
- Fill with beef and toppings.
Oyster Mushroom Tacos
These smoky, mouth-watering Oyster Mushroom Tacos should be immediately added to your weekly menu! The simplicity and flavors of these vegan tacos are just too good to miss. Enjoy these tacos with your favorite toppings, such as fresh salsa, avocado, pickled onions, or jalapeños.
You need: 300 g oyster mushrooms, 2 tbsp oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 8 tortillas, lime, coriander.
- Tear the mushrooms.
- Fry with oil and paprika until crisp.
- Fill tortillas with coriander and lime.
Jerk Chicken Tacos
Jerk Chicken Tacos are the epitome of fusion cuisine: boneless chicken marinated in Jamaican jerk seasoning and olive oil, then grilled to perfection and paired with a vibrant pineapple salsa in corn tortillas for the perfect sweet and spicy taco combo.
You need: 500 g chicken thighs, 2 tbsp jerk seasoning, 8 tortillas, mango salsa, cabbage.
- Rub chicken with seasoning and grill 6 min per side.
- Slice.
- Serve in tortillas with salsa and cabbage.
Marinated Flank Steak Tacos
This recipe is the best cilantro marinade for steak! It’s healthy, low carb, gluten-free, keto, & paleo and makes the best steak tacos or carne asada. You’re going to love it!
You need: 600 g flank steak, 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp oil, 3 garlic cloves, 1 tsp cumin, 8 tortillas.
- Marinate steak 2 hours.
- Grill 5 min per side and slice across the grain.
- Serve in tortillas.
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