Homemade Taco Shells

I am a self-taught cook. I started cooking around 18 years old. I stood in the kitchen and watched my mother, who was my biggest inspiration at the time, cook.

May 10, 2023

For the best results, use the taco shells immediately.

MAKES 8

INGREDIENTS

¾ cup vegetable oil
8 corn tortillas

INSTRUCTIONS

In 8-inch skillet, heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees. Using tongs, slip half of tortilla into hot oil and submerge using metal spatula. Fry until just set, but not brown, about 30 seconds.
Flip tortilla. Hold tortilla open about 2 inches while keeping bottom submerged in oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1½ minutes. Flip again and fry other side until golden brown.
Transfer shell, upside down, to paper towel–lined baking sheet to drain. Repeat with remaining tortillas, keeping oil between 350 and 375 degrees. Serve.

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