Hard Taco Shells

Cinco de Mayo - World Cuisine

Home made crunchy taco shells are excellent! Use home made tortillas, or corn tortillas from the store.

Brief

Servings: 15

Yield: 15 taco shells

Hard Taco Shells

Ingredients

2 cups vegetable oil for frying

1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas

salt to taste

Hermano Roberto's Simple Salsa

World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

Heat about 1 inch of oil in a heavy skillet over medium to medium-high heat to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Step 2

Use tongs to place one tortilla at a time into the oil. It should start to sizzle right away. Cook for about 15 seconds then flip over and fold the shell in half holding in place with the tongs until crispy about 15 seconds. You may need a little practice at first. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt while still hot. Use for tacos right away or they may become chewy. Leftovers may be heated in the oven for crisping.

Nutritional Information

Hard Taco Shells

Servings Per Recipe:15

Calories: 74.8

% Daily Value *

Protein: 1.3g 3%

Carbohydrates: 10g 3%

Dietary Fiber: 1.4g 6%

Sugars: 0.2g

Fat: 3.6g 6%

Saturated Fat: 0.5g 2%

Vitamin A Iu: 0.4IU

Niacin Equivalents: 0.5mg 4%

Folate: 1.1mcg

Calcium: 18.1mg 2%

Iron: 0.3mg 2%

Magnesium: 16.1mg 6%

Potassium: 41.7mg 1%

Sodium: 10.1mg

Calories From Fat: 32.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.