Cheesy Gordita Crunch
The Cheesy Gordita Crunch is a bold fusion of irresistible textures and flavors, perfect for taco night or whenever you're craving something indulgent. This recipe features a flavorful seasoned beef filling encased within a crispy taco shell, hugged by a warm flour tortilla generously layered with melted cheddar cheese. Each bite is elevated with crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and a creamy, spicy sauce made from sour cream and sriracha. The final touch of Monterey Jack cheese ties everything together for the ultimate cheesy, crunchy, and satisfying meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make creation delivers restaurant-quality flavor right from your kitchen. Perfect for fans of Mexican-inspired comfort food, the Cheesy Gordita Crunch is sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup Water
- 4 Small flour tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 Crunchy taco shells
- 1 cup Lettuce, shredded
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha or hot sauce
- 0.5 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it's no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
Step 2
Drain any excess fat from the skillet. Add the taco seasoning and water to the beef, stirring to combine. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Step 3
In a separate skillet over medium heat, warm each flour tortilla for about 1 minute on each side, or until lightly browned. Reduce the heat to low, sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over each tortilla, and allow the cheese to melt. Remove from heat.
Step 4
Place a crunchy taco shell in the center of each cheesy tortilla and fold the edges of the tortilla up around the shell, pressing gently to help the cheese adhere.
Step 5
Prepare the special sauce by combining the sour cream and sriracha in a small bowl. Adjust the heat level by adding more or less sriracha according to your preference.
Step 6
Fill each cheesy gordita crunch starting with a layer of seasoned beef inside the crunchy shell, followed by lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a sprinkle of Monterey Jack cheese.
Step 7
Drizzle a generous amount of the creamy sauce over the top of the filling.
Step 8
Serve immediately, while the beef is warm and the cheese is melty, enjoying the perfect balance of soft, crispy, and cheesy textures.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1365.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3218.4 |
| Total Fat 230.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 121.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 720.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7264.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 131.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.7g | |
| Protein 170.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2838.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1693.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories