Walking Tacos with Matt Hussey

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Chuck Beef (80% lean, trimmed of excess fat)
• 2 Tbsp Blackstone Street Taco Seasoning (Store‑bought taco seasoning blend)
• 1 large bag Doritos (Nacho cheese flavor, opened and lightly crushed)
• 1 cup Cheddar Jack Cheese (Shredded)
• 1 medium Tomato (Diced, about 1/2 cup)
• 1 cup Lettuce (Shredded iceberg or romaine)
• 2 Tbsp Pickled Jalapeños (Sliced)
• 1/2 cup Guacamole (Store‑bought or homemade)
• 1/4 cup Sour Cream (Full‑fat)
• 2 Tbsp Verde Sauce (Green tomatillo salsa, optional for extra heat)

Instructions

1. Preheat Griddle

   Turn the Blackstone griddle to medium‑high heat (about 350°F) and let it preheat for 3–4 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Brown the Ground Beef

   Place 1 lb of ground chuck on the hot griddle. Break it up with a spatula into small pieces, sprinkle 2 Tbsp of Blackstone Street Taco seasoning, and stir continuously until the meat is fully browned and no longer pink.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

3. Transfer Meat to Bowl

   Using a spatula, scoop the cooked meat into a mixing bowl, breaking up any clumps. Set aside while you prep the toppings.

   Time: PT2M

4. Prepare the Chip Vessel

   Open a large bag of Doritos, pour the chips into a large bowl, and gently crush them with your hands or a rolling pin—just enough to create bite‑size pieces without turning them into dust.

   Time: PT2M

5. Prep Toppings

   While the meat rests, shred 1 cup of Cheddar Jack cheese, dice the tomato, shred the lettuce, slice the pickled jalapeños, and have guacamole, sour cream, and verde sauce ready in small bowls.

   Time: PT5M

6. Assemble the Walking Taco

   In each serving cup or directly in the Doritos bowl, layer a generous handful of crushed Doritos, top with seasoned ground beef, sprinkle shredded cheese, add diced tomato, lettuce, pickled jalapeños, a dollop of guacamole, a swirl of sour cream, and finish with a drizzle of verde sauce.

   Time: PT5M

7. Serve and Enjoy

   Hand out the assembled walking tacos on the griddle’s side or place them on a serving tray. Encourage guests to eat with forks or sturdy spoons.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

26 g

Fiber

5 g