Best 5 Walking Tacos Recipes

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**Walking Tacos: A Fun and Portable Meal for Everyone**

Walking tacos, also known as taco in a bag or Frito pie, are a delicious and portable meal that are perfect for parties, picnics, or a quick and easy lunch or dinner. Made with a base of Fritos corn chips, taco meat, cheese, and your favorite taco toppings, walking tacos are a fun and easy way to enjoy all the flavors of a traditional taco without the need for plates or utensils.

The recipes in this article offer a variety of options for making walking tacos, from classic beef tacos to vegetarian and vegan versions.

* Classic Walking Tacos: This recipe uses ground beef, taco seasoning, and a variety of toppings, including cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and salsa.
* Vegetarian Walking Tacos: This recipe uses black beans, corn, and bell peppers in place of the ground beef.
* Vegan Walking Tacos: This recipe uses crumbled tofu, avocado, and a creamy vegan sauce in place of the ground beef and cheese.
* Chicken Walking Tacos: This recipe uses shredded chicken, taco seasoning, and your favorite toppings.
* Fish Walking Tacos: This recipe uses flaky white fish, taco seasoning, and your favorite toppings.
* Sweet Potato Walking Tacos: This recipe uses roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and corn in place of the Fritos corn chips.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these tasty and portable walking tacos. So grab a bag of Fritos and your favorite toppings, and let's get started!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

WALKING TACOS



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These Walking Tacos are great for an on-the-go dinner, campfire meal or easy game night supper. The ingredients transform a bag of chips into a taco in a bag! -Beverly Matthews, Pasco, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 envelope reduced-sodium chili seasoning mix
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)
5 packages (1 ounce each) corn chips
Toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and sliced green onions

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Stir in chili seasoning mix, pepper, tomatoes and beans; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally., Just before serving, cut open corn chip bags. Add beef mixture and toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1017mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

WALKING TACOS



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This has been a family favorite ever since our life got crazy chasing kids around. Quick and easy to make, kids love it, and there is no cleanup. The meat can be made up in advance, so when it's time to eat, just heat up the meat and you are ready to go. Easy enough to eat in the car on the way to soccer practice on a busy night!

Provided by Shawn Hoffman Zimmerman

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes     Beef

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
6 (1.75 ounce) packages nacho cheese-flavored corn chips (such as Doritos®)
1 (8 ounce) package taco cheese blend
2 tomatoes, diced
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Mix taco seasoning into the beef.
  • Crush chips without opening the bags. Open bags and spoon in seasoned beef. Cover with cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, and sour cream. Stir to blend. Eat with forks right out of the bags.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 45.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 974.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

WALKING FISH TACOS WITH CRUNCHY CABBAGE SLAW AND CILANTRO DRESSING



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 1/4 cups sour cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
1 lime, juiced
1/2 bunch cilantro (1 cup), leaves finely chopped, plus more for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 lime, juiced
1/2 red cabbage, thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons sugar
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1 1/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
3 fillets walleye or trout (about 12 ounces total), patted dry
Flavorless oil, like canola or vegetable, for frying
Four 2-ounce bags salt and vinegar potato chips (store-bought or filled yourself)
Yogurt or sour cream, lime wedges, sliced avocado, jalapeño slices (optional), fresh cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • For the cilantro lime sour cream: Combine the sour cream, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl and set aside.
  • For the red cabbage slaw: Combine the lime juice, cabbage, onion, oil, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl and massage for 2 minutes to soften the cabbage and distribute all ingredients evenly.
  • For the fish: Mix the cayenne, cumin and paprika with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few turns of pepper in a dish and sprinkle all over the fish. Put the flour in a shallow dish and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water in another shallow dish, then put the breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish and season with salt and pepper.
  • Coat the fish all over in the flour and then the egg and then the breadcrumbs.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a thin layer (about 1/4 cup) of oil. Fry the fish until golden and crispy, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and chop into strips.
  • To serve: Fill paper bags with chips (or open small bags of store-bought ones) and crush them coarsely. Top with a big plop of cilantro-lime sour cream, some fish, a squeeze of lime, slaw, avocado, jalapeños and a pile of fresh cilantro. Enjoy!

CARNITAS WALKING TACOS



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A walking taco (also known as taco in a bag) is a popular party and concession stand food around here, and it's both fun and convenient since all of the toppings get piled into a bag of chips. Walking tacos are commonly made with a ground beef mixture, but with this recipe I've gone with carnitas, slow-cooked pork, because carnitas tacos are SO GOOD.

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

One 4- to 5-pound lean boneless pork shoulder
5 cloves garlic, smashed
2 bay leaves
1 medium white onion, cut into large chunks (about 6.6 ounces or 187 grams), plus 1/2 small white onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder (substitute regular chili powder if you prefer)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
Pinch ground cloves
Juice of 3 oranges (or 3/4 cup)
Juice of 2 limes (or 1/4 cup), plus a few lime wedges, for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Six 1-ounce bags tortilla chips
Chili Lime Sour Cream, recipe follows, or plain sour cream
2 radishes, thinly julienned
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Green hot sauce, for garnish
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon chili powder, plus more for garnish
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for garnish
Zest of 1 lime

Steps:

  • Place the pork shoulder, garlic, bay leaves, large chunks of onion, ancho chile powder, cumin, cloves, orange juice, lime juice, 1 tablespoon salt, a generous amount of black pepper and 1/2 cup water in the bowl of a 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook until the meat is tender and can easily be shredded with a fork, 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low.
  • Remove the pork to a large bowl and use two forks to shred. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the pork and 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and the pork is crispy and dark brown, about 15 minutes. Remove to a plate and repeat with the remaining oil, pork and 1/2 cup cooking liquid (discard the remaining liquid), another 15 minutes.
  • Open the tortilla chip bags and crush a few of the chips. Gently roll down the tops of the bags about a third of the way. Fill the bags with some dollops of sour cream, then pork, then garnish with the finely chopped onions, radishes, cilantro and a few dashes of hot sauce. Serve with the lime wedges.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, chili powder, salt and lime zest. Set aside.

WALKING TACOS



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Bring the fair home with these personally customizable delectable walking tacos. They are perfect for parties, game day, movie night, and pool parties. Set up a taco bar and let everyone choose their type of chips and spoon in their desired toppings leaving you free to mingle with your guests. If your family is anything like...

Provided by Beth Pierce

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground beef
3 Tbsp taco seasoning
3/4 c water
1 tomato diced
1 large jalapeno sliced in rings
1 c pico de gallo
1 avocado diced
2-3 green onion thinly sliced
2/3 c sliced black olives
1 c shredded iceberg lettuce
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c shredded monterey jack cheese
1 c sour cream
8 bag(s) assorted corn chips

Steps:

  • 1. Brown the ground beef over medium heat breaking it up as it browns. Drain any excess grease. Add the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • 2. Place the toppings in small bowls with small spoons.
  • 3. Break up the chips and add a couple tablespoons of the ground beef mixture and any assorted toppings.

Tips:

  • Use a sturdy chip that can hold up to the weight of the toppings. Tortilla chips are a classic choice, but you could also use potato chips, Fritos, or even Doritos.
  • Don't be afraid to get creative with your toppings. In addition to the classic taco toppings like ground beef, cheese, and lettuce, you could also add beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, guacamole, or anything else you like.
  • If you're using ground beef, be sure to cook it thoroughly before assembling your walking tacos. You can also use pre-cooked ground beef to save time.
  • To make your walking tacos even more fun, serve them with a variety of dipping sauces. Ranch dressing, salsa, and guacamole are all great options.
  • Walking tacos are a great way to feed a crowd. They're also perfect for parties and potlucks.

Conclusion:

Walking tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will enjoy. They're perfect for busy weeknights or for parties and potlucks. With so many different ways to customize them, walking tacos are sure to become a new family favorite.

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