Make mealtime a party with these Fiesta Taco Dogs. Featuring Nathan’s Famous® Quarter Pound Beef Franks, this Mexican-inspired recipe is great for friends and family to get involved in the kitchen.
Check out the recipe from Nathan’s Famous® below to learn how to spice up your next family get-together.
| Total Time | Skill Level | Servings |
|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | Beginner | 8 |
Ingredients
| Nathan’s Famous®Quarter Pound Beef Franks | 1 pkg(s) |
| Olive oil | 1 Tbsp. |
| Lean ground beef | 1 lb. |
| Taco seasoning | 2 Tbsps. |
| Nathan’s Hot dog buns | 1 pkg(s) |
| Shredded iceberg lettuce | 1 cup(s) |
| Crumbled queso fresco | 1 1/2 cup(s) |
| Plum tomatoes, chopped | 3 |
| Chopped fresh cilantro | 1/4 cup(s) |
Instructions
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- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally until well browned, about 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Cook your hot dogs your favorite way. We suggest pan-fried with butter!
- Place each hot dog in a bun and top with ground beef, lettuce, queso fresco, tomato and cilantro.
Tips to Stretch Your Dollar
Make a yummy taco salad with your leftover ingredients! Store your veggies in individual containers, and don’t forget to place a paper towel in your lettuce container to soak up excess moisture.
In need of more inspiration for your next family meal? Smithfield Foods’ large portfolio of products, including Smithfield® Bacon, Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks and Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, can meet your household’s needs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snack time.
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