A taco is a traditional Mexican dish. It consists of a small hand-sized corn or wheat tortilla topped with a filling. The tortilla is then folded around the filling and eaten by hand.

What to put in tacos?

Typically tacos are served on soft tortillas, mainly corn, but flour tortillas are also popular. A protein of some sort can be involved, meat or beans, as well as a couple of fresh elements such as lettuce, coriander, corn and pico de gallo or salsa.

Can you cook beef mince from frozen?

Yes! It is perfectly safe to cook mince from frozen. Cooking time will be approximately 50% longer than the recommended time for fully thawed or fresh mince though.

What type of beef is best for tacos?

The best type of beef for tacos is usually lean, tender cuts like sirloin, flank, or skirt steak. These cuts have good flavour and texture when cooked properly.

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