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Fresh Ideas -July 12 - Mini-Meatball Fiesta Flats™

Monday, July 14, 2014 - 8:00am
SOURCE: Ortega Products

Mini-Meatball Fiesta Flats™

Ingredients

  • 4 ORTEGA® Taco Shells (any variety)
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 package (1.25 ounces) ORTEGA® Taco Seasoning Mix or 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 can (10 ounces) ORTEGA® Mild Red Enchilada Sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 package (1 ounce) ORTEGA® Guacamole Seasoning Mix
  • 12 ORTEGA® Fiesta Flats™ Flat Bottom Taco Shells
  • Shredded lettuce

 

Preparation

  1. Place taco shells in food processor and pulse until coarse crumbs form. (Or place in re-sealable plastic bag and crush.) Combine crumbs, pork, and taco seasoning in mixing bowl.
  2. Form mixture into small meatballs, about 1/2 inch in diameter. Heat oil in large skillet and brown meatballs lightly, in batches if necessary, about 5 minutes per batch, turning frequently. Return meatballs to skillet and add enchilada sauce and water. Bring to boil over high heat; reduce heat and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked.
  3. Meanwhile, mash avocados and stir in guacamole seasoning mix. Let rest in refrigerator according to package instructions.
  4. To serve, spoon meatballs and sauce into Fiesta Flats™. Top each with shredded lettuce and guacamole.

 

Serves
6 servings

Preparation Time:
20 minutes

Cook Time:
20 minutes

Didn’t think taco night could get any better? Pile on the fun with the unique shape of Ortega® Fiesta Flats™ Flat Bottom Taco Shells.

Celebrity chef Aaron Sanchez proclaims, “Fiesta Flats™ are my new go-to pantry staple whether hosting a party or serving a no-mess, quick dinner for the kids. They are a great way to add a little crunch to your favorite entrees, appetizers or party snacks.” For more great Fiesta Flats™ recipes, visit Ortega.com.