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Best Easy Garnachas Recipe

Name: Best Easy Garnachas Recipe
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 110 g
Ingredients: corn tortillas 12 pieces; ground beef, lean 8 oz; shredded cabbage 1 cup; tomato 1 medium; fresh onion 0.5 cup; Queso fresco 0.5 cup; vegetable oil 0.25 cup; salt 1 tsp; black pepper 0.5 tsp; garlic powder 0.5 tsp; Mexican salsa 0.75 cup

Fried corn tortilla rounds topped with seasoned beef, salsa, and fresh garnishes are a Southern Mexican favorite. This protein-rich, family dish is a fresh, crispy snack bursting with bold flavors.

Cook 40 min Difficulty NORMAL 290 kcal

#high protein #diabetic friendly

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

corn tortillas 12 pieces
ground beef, lean 8 oz
shredded cabbage 1 cup
tomato 1 medium
fresh onion 0.5 cup
Queso fresco 0.5 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

vegetable oil 0.25 cup
salt 1 tsp
black pepper 0.5 tsp
garlic powder 0.5 tsp
Mexican salsa 0.75 cup

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 28 g 38%

Protein 13 g 18%

Fat 14 g 44%

Serving size 110g

Cooking steps

1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, fry the corn tortillas in batches for 30–45 seconds per side until golden and crispy; drain on paper towels.
2

Season the ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a separate pan, cook the beef over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart, until fully browned and no pink remains.
3

Dice the tomato and onion finely. Toss with shredded cabbage in a bowl to prepare the fresh garnish; set aside.
4

Spread a spoonful of cooked beef evenly onto each fried tortilla while still warm, pressing gently so it adheres.
5

Top each garnacha with Mexican salsa, then the cabbage-tomato-onion mix, and finally a sprinkle of Queso fresco. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The essential ingredient in the Garnachas recipe is the fried corn tortillas. They provide the crispy base that defines the texture and are topped with savory beef, salsa, and fresh garnishes to complete the dish's signature Southern Mexican flavor.

Q. How do you achieve the perfect crispy tortilla base without burning them?

Heat the oil to shimmering over medium-high, then fry each corn tortilla for only 30–45 seconds per side. Watch closely—it should turn golden and crisp but not dark brown. Draining on paper towels prevents sogginess, giving you the ideal crunch.

Q. What’s a common mistake to avoid for beef topping texture?

Avoid crowding the pan when browning the beef, as this causes steaming instead of searing. Cook in batches if necessary and break the meat up well for an even, crumbly texture that distributes easily over each tortilla.

Q. How many calories and protein does each serving provide?

Each 110g serving contains approximately 290 kcal with 13g of protein. This makes Garnachas a protein-rich snack balanced with 28g carbs and 14g fat per serving.

Best Easy Garnachas Recipe

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