Crispy Mini Taco Cups (Printable)

Crispy wonton cups with a savory taco filling.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 250 g (8.8 oz) ground beef or ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 small tomato, diced (optional)
04 - 1/2 cup canned corn kernels, drained (optional)

→ Spices & Flavor

05 - 1 packet (about 1 oz/28 g) taco seasoning mix
06 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
07 - 2 tbsp water

→ Other

08 - 12 wonton wrappers
09 - 3/4 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

→ Toppings (Optional)

10 - 1/4 cup sour cream
11 - 1/4 cup finely shredded lettuce
12 - 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
13 - 2 tbsp sliced green onions
14 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tray.
02 - Press one wonton wrapper into each muffin cup, shaping to fit; the edges can fold up a bit.
03 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef (or turkey) and chopped onion until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat.
04 - Stir in tomato paste, taco seasoning, and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the filling thickens. Stir in diced tomato and corn if using.
05 - Divide the taco mixture evenly among the wonton cups. Sprinkle each with cheese.
06 - Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges of the wontons are golden and crisp, and the cheese is melted.
07 - Let cool slightly. Carefully remove from pan and top with lettuce, diced tomato, green onions, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Your gatherings will be transformed with these delightful bites that are easy to make.
  • They can be customized endlessly with your favorite toppings for everyone to enjoy.
02 -
  • Don’t overfill the wonton cups; you want them to crisp up perfectly.
  • Letting the cups cool for just a moment helps keep them intact when you serve!
03 -
  • Keep an eye on those taco cups as they bake; they can go from crispy to burnt quickly.
  • A sprinkle of lime juice just before serving brightens the flavors remarkably.
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