Mini-Meatball Fiesta Flats™
Ingredients
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4 ORTEGA® Taco Shells (any variety)
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1/2 pound ground pork
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1/2 package (1.25 ounces) ORTEGA® Taco Seasoning Mix or 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 can (10 ounces) ORTEGA® Mild Red Enchilada Sauce
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1/4 cup water
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2 ripe avocados
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1 package (1 ounce) ORTEGA® Guacamole Seasoning Mix
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12 ORTEGA® Fiesta Flats™ Flat Bottom Taco Shells
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Shredded lettuce
Preparation
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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.
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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.
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Meanwhile, mash avocados and stir in guacamole seasoning mix. Let rest in refrigerator according to package instructions.
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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.
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