Red Curry Beef Tacos with Coconut Crema
Red Curry Beef Tacos with Coconut Crema are a vibrant and delicious fusion of Thai flavors wrapped in a classic taco. Each bite offers tender, spiced beef mixed with the creamy coolness of coconut crema, ensuring a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and festive gatherings, these tacos are quick to prepare and visually stunning, making them an instant favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 8 taco shells (soft or crispy)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp lime zest
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the red curry paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low, add coconut milk, and simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened slightly.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth to create the coconut crema.
- Warm taco shells according to package instructions, fill with the beef mixture, drizzle with coconut crema, and top with cilantro.
- Serve immediately with extra lime juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the ground beef in red curry paste for an hour before cooking. - To make this recipe vegetarian-friendly, substitute ground beef with tofu or jackfruit and add extra veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for crunch.