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As a Texan and Mexican, I can safely say these are definitely not Texan and barely tacos. Call this what you want, but they sure ain't \"Texas Tacos\".","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bratzygal"},"reviewBody":"This was good, but not really \"Texas Tacos\".  I've never eaten tacos that had corn or rice in them even when visiting Mexico.  However as I stated, this was good.  But hey, what ever floats your boat, right!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-05-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hkpepin"},"reviewBody":"My husband and I really liked these. They came together very quickly, always nice, and had plenty of flavor. I skipped the rice, mostly because I didn't have it in instant and I skipped the diced tomatoes because I felt they weren't necessary. I was right. I added some salsa instead for a little more heat. I would make this again, but probably still skip the rice. I liked the corn and peppers in the taco mix.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-11-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"TIA"},"reviewBody":"This looks very similar to a chilli I make, except I use salsa instead of the red pepper, tomatoes and tomato sauce, and I use my homemade taco seasoning instead of chili powder.  I use kidney beans instead of rice and I serve it over corn chips or Doritos.  My husband and son love it, so I'm sure they will love these tacos.  I'm looking forward to trying them.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-10-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"I_Fortuna"},"reviewBody":"Looks look just about anything qualifies as Tex-Mex these days.  Of course these are not Mexican.However, they are probably good.  Kudos for leaving out packaged taco seasoning.  These are more like Emeril's Italian tacos.  And, where is the cumin and Mexican oregano?  And, what is a medium sweet red pepper?  There are so many kinds of peppers, perhaps the recipe could be more specific.I have to say, our Mexican family that live in Texas have never heard of this type of taco either in Texas or Mexico.  But, everything is fusion these days.   Many people north of the border make tacos and enchiladas in some very unauthentic or traditional ways.  Seems people make it up as they go along trying to reinvent Mexican food.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"pajamaangel"},"reviewBody":"The only thing I would do differently next time is add some cilantro.  These were a tasty twist on traditional tacos.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-09-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"robnchip"},"reviewBody":"I tried this recipe exactly as written and thought it was wonderful. As the creator of the recipe said, these ingredients were things she knew her kids liked and would eat. My grandkids loved the tacos and because it freezes so well, I try to always have it on hand for visits. For I_Fortuna...medium sweet red pepper means medium sized s.r.p.  As knowledgeable as you seem to be about cooking, I\u2019m surprised you didn\u2019t know that.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest4378"},"reviewBody":"Goiod one","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jeppsnorman"},"reviewBody":"Delicious, easy to make - better than the taco packets\/seasoning!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-10-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Grammy Debbie","givenName":"Grammy","familyName":"Debbie"},"reviewBody":"Great, tasty, filling recipe.  I was telling my daughter about it and she said my grandsons (5 and 2) would love it, so I've promised to make it for them soon.  I actually just threw about a cup of minute rice into the skillet with the other ingredients after browning the hamburger, onion and pepper and it cooked right along without having to dirty up another pan.  Thank you for sharing the recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"title":"Texas Tacos with Texas Size Flavor","description":"These tacos pack a big punch of Tex Mex flavor","url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/KpGRU0m7-Uot7Fvi8.mp4","duration":"1m6s","mime_type":"video\/mp4","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/dam-cdn.tmb.orangelogic.com\/AssetLink\/k0nxpj08se413gvsc26k3248nlx7kn27.jpg","advertising":"","jw_id":"KpGRU0m7","jw_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/KpGRU0m7-Uot7Fvi8.mp4","jw_thmub_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/KpGRU0m7\/poster.jpg?width=720","jw_publish_date":"2018-06-12T00:00:00"},"rms_legacy_id":"134815","romance_copy_dek":"I created this recipe by combining a bunch of taco ingredients that my kids like. 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In the 1970s, a taco usually consisted of seasoned ground beef placed in a crunchy V-shaped tortilla and topped with shredded iceberg lettuce, chopped tomatoes and shredded cheese.&nbsp;Since then, regional ingredients and cooking styles have snuck into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/taco-recipes\/\">taco recipes<\/a>, giving us dozens of variations to enjoy.  <h3>What's in a traditional taco? <\/h3>Throughout Mexico, tacos come with a wide variety of tortillas, fillings and toppings. But generally, if you order Mexican-style tacos at a U.S. restaurant, you can expect to get a warm corn tortilla filled with your choice of meat and topped with chopped onions, fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, sliced radishes, grilled or pickled jalape\u00f1os, and a choice of salsa.<h3>What other meats can I put in a taco?<\/h3>The answer is a simple one: Almost anything. The seasoned ground beef mixture in this recipe is a popular option. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fantastic-fish-tacos\/\">Fish tacos<\/a>, once seen only in California, are now on almost every restaurant menu. Other popular options are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/short-rib-tacos\/\">short ribs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/green-chile-shredded-pork\/\">shredded pork<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/zesty-chicken-soft-tacos\/\">shredded chicken<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chili-lime-mushroom-tacos\/\">portobello mushrooms<\/a>.  <h3>Can you freeze taco meat? <\/h3>Yes; this meat mixture freezes beautifully. Make a big batch and freeze individual portions in plastic bags to thaw on the fly.  <br><i>Research contributed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/author\/jschend\/\">James Schend<\/a>, Taste Recipes Deputy Editor, Culinary<\/i>"},{"TipType":"Test Kitchen Tips (Bullets)","TipTitle":"","TipText":"<br><b>Test Kitchen Tips<\/b>  <li>This meat mixture freezes beautifully. Make a big batch and freeze individual portions in plastic bags to thaw on the fly.<\/li>  <li>Skip the shells and serve this over a bed of lettuce for a tasty taco salad.  Top with crushed tortilla chips if you love that crunch!<\/li>"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes &amp; Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? 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