Get ready to revolutionize your dinner game with these irresistible Wonton Tacos that bring the Applebee's restaurant experience right to your kitchen! Imagine crispy, golden wonton shells packed with perfectly seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings that will make your taste buds dance with excitement. This recipe isn't just a meal; it's a culinary adventure that transforms the classic taco into a crunchy, flavor-packed sensation that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Sour cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from the beef and return skillet to stove.
- Add taco seasoning packet to beef, stirring thoroughly. Mix in 1/4 cup water and simmer for 2-3 minutes until seasoning is fully incorporated.
- Take wonton wrappers and carefully fold each into a triangular taco shell shape, creating a crisp pocket.
- Spray folded wonton wrappers lightly with cooking spray to help them crisp in the oven.
- Place folded wonton shells on prepared baking sheet, ensuring they're standing upright.
- Bake wonton shells for 3-4 minutes until edges are golden and crispy.
- Remove shells from oven and carefully fill each with seasoned ground beef.
- Top beef with shredded cheese and return to oven for additional 2-3 minutes to melt cheese.
- Remove from oven and garnish with diced tomatoes and shredded lettuce.
- Add a dollop of sour cream on top of each wonton taco before serving.
- Serve immediately while wonton shells are still crisp and warm.
Tips
- Ensure your wonton wrappers are at room temperature for easier folding and to prevent cracking.
- Use a light hand when spraying cooking spray to avoid soggy shells.
- For extra crispiness, let the wonton shells cool for a minute after the first bake before adding beef.
- Don't overfill the wonton shells to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- For a healthier version, you can use ground turkey instead of beef.
- Experiment with additional toppings like diced jalapeños or cilantro for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture of the wonton shells.
- If you want a spicier kick, add some hot sauce or choose a spicy taco seasoning blend.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 75mg
