prep time
10 min

cook time
15 min

servings
4

WHAT YOU'LL NEED


Minute Rice^® Instant White Rice
2 cups (500 mL)
1 tbsp (15 mL)		vegetable oil
1 lb (500 g)		lean beef stir-fry strips
1 ½ cups (375 mL)		each water and mild salsa
1 pkg (35 g)		taco seasoning mix
8		small flour tortillas, warmed
1 cup (250 mL)		shredded Cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Heat oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add beef strips; stir-fry for 5 minutes or until evenly browned. Transfer to a plate; tent with foil to keep warm

Step 2: Add rice, water, salsa and taco seasoning mix to the skillet. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce the heat to low; simmer for 5 minutes

Step 3: Remove from heat. Stir in the reserved beef. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Divide the rice mixture evenly between tortillas; sprinkle with cheese. Fold tortillas to enclose filling

Enjoy these restaurant-style tacos in less time than it takes to go to your favourite restaurant.

Variation:
Prepare as directed, substituting 1 lb (500 g) thinly sliced, boneless skinless chicken breast for the beef.

Veggie Boost:
Serve tacos with separate bowls of diced avocado, cooked corn kernels, diced tomato and green onion to add nutritional value as well as colour and texture to your meal.