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Jack-in-the-Box taco dupe

Healthy Jack-in-the-Box Taco Dupe for Late-Night Cravings

This Healthy Jack-in-the-Box taco dupe satisfies late-night cravings with guilt-free ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Aim for an 80/20 blend for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup Refried Beans You can use a plant-based alternative for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust the amount based on your heat preference.
  • 1 tbsp Onion Granules Fresh onion can be used as a replacement.
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder Enhances the overall taste of the filling.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Coriander can be a lovely substitute.
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper Feel free to regulate based on your spice tolerance.
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Essential for that tangy touch in the filling.
For the Taco Shell
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Perfect for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Avocado Oil Great for frying.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup American Cheese Organic options are recommended.
  • 2 cups Shredded Iceberg Lettuce Provides crispness and freshness.
  • to taste Hot Sauce Customize according to your taste.

Equipment

  • large frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat about ½ inch of avocado oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. In a blender, combine ground beef, refried beans, lime juice, chili powder, onion granules, garlic powder, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Take a corn tortilla, scoop a thin layer of the meat mixture onto its center, and place a triangle of American cheese on top.
  4. Carefully slide each taco into the hot oil, frying for 15-20 seconds. Fold and fry for another 1-2 minutes until golden and crispy.
  5. Remove tacos from the oil, place on a paper towel, and fill with shredded lettuce and hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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