Crazy Monkey Tacos

Where bold flavors, beach vibes, and fresh ingredients come together to create unforgettable tacos. At Crazy Monkey Tacos, we believe great food should be fun, fresh, and made with a little bit of adventure.

Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch, fueling up after a day at the beach, or meeting friends for tacos and cold drinks, we've got something to satisfy every craving.

Crazy Monkey Tacos
Crazy Monkey Tacos

Recipe Overview
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Servings: 4

Ingredients
    • 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean preferred)
    • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 3/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
    • 1/4 cup water
    • 12 corn tortillas or hard taco shells
    • Toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes

Instructions
    1. Sauté the onion: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chopped onion until it softens, about 3 minutes.
    2. Brown the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook and break it apart with a spoon until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
    3. Season the meat: Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well incorporated.
    4. Simmer the sauce: Pour in the tomato sauce and water. Lower the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly and the beef is juicy. Do not dry out the mixture.
    5. Warm the shells: Heat your tortillas or taco shells in a dry skillet or oven for 1-2 minutes until pliable and warm.
    6. Assemble: Fill each shell with 2-3 tablespoons of the beef filling. Layer with cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes.

Pro Tips & Variations
    • Avoid Dry Meat: Keeping the heat low after adding the tomato sauce preserves the juices.
    • Fish Variation: For a lighter take, swap beef for white fish fillets. Season with lime juice and cumin, pan-fry, and top with a quick cabbage slaw.
    • Pork Carnitas Variation: Use a slow cooker to braise pork shoulder with orange juice, cumin, and oregano for tender, shredded street-style tacos.

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