Description
A hearty and flavorful Tex-Mex fusion dish combining the richness of taco soup with the crispy crunch of Frios shells. Perfect for casual dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is both easy to make and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 cups Frios shells or tortilla chips
- Toppings: cilantro, sour cream, avocado, jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown ground meat and drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning, then add tomatoes, black beans, corn, and broth. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare Frios shells by baking or using store-bought options.
- Serve soup in bowls, top with cheese, Frios shells, and desired toppings.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne.
- To make it vegetarian, swap ground meat with diced zucchini or mushrooms.
- Store soup separately from Frios shells to keep them crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: taco soup recipe, crispy taco shells, Tex-Mex comfort food