Taco Stuffed Avocados
Ripe avocado halves filled with warmly spiced ground beef and finished with fresh tomato salsa, cheddar, and sour cream.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Step 2
Add the onion and cook until softened and lightly golden.
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Step 3
Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Stir over medium heat until fragrant.
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Step 4
Add the beef, salt, and black pepper. Cook over medium heat, breaking up the meat, until browned with no pink remaining and the center reaches 71°C.
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Step 5
Stir in the tomato paste and water. Simmer over medium heat until the filling is thick and no loose liquid remains.
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Step 6
Combine the tomato, cilantro, and juice from half the lime in a small mixing bowl.
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Step 7
Halve and pit the avocados, then arrange the eight halves cut-side up on a serving platter. Squeeze the remaining half lime over the cut surfaces.
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Step 8
Spoon the warm beef filling into the avocado cavities. Top with the tomato mixture, cheddar cheese, and sour cream, then serve immediately.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: moderate
Cook the ground beef to an internal temperature of 71°C. Use clean utensils for the avocado and toppings, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Risk factors
- Raw ground beef requires thorough cooking.
- Cut avocado and dairy toppings should not remain at room temperature for extended periods.
- Raw meat can cross-contaminate ready-to-eat toppings.