Beef Tacos with Mocha Pudding
Juicy beef tacos filled with vibrant toppings, finished off with a decadent mocha pudding that’s smooth, rich, and utterly indulgent.
Ingredients
For the Beef Tacos:
- Ground beef – 1 lb
- Taco seasoning – 2 tbsp
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
- Onion – 1 medium diced
- Garlic – 2 cloves minced
- Taco shells – 8
- Shredded lettuce – 1 cup
- Tomato – 1 diced
- Shredded cheddar cheese – 1 cup
- Sour cream – ½ cup
- Lime wedges – for garnish
For the Mocha Pudding:
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Whole milk – 1 cup
- Espresso powder – 2 tbsp
- Sugar – ½ cup
- Cornstarch – 2 tbsp
- Dark chocolate – 4 oz chopped
- Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
Instructions
For the Beef Tacos:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cook until browned. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for 2 minutes.
- Assemble tacos by spooning beef into taco shells. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.
- Serve with lime wedges for an extra zing.
For the Mocha Pudding:
- In a saucepan, combine milk, cream, espresso powder, and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with a little milk, then whisk into the saucepan.
- Cook until the pudding thickens (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in chocolate and vanilla.
- Pour into serving dishes and refrigerate for 2 hours. Serve chilled.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
Calories: 500Total Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 22g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 12%
- Potassium: 6%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add avocado slices to the tacos for extra richness.
- Experiment with different taco toppings like pickled onions or cilantro for more flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, swap the heavy cream and milk for coconut cream and almond milk.