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Mini Wonton Taco Cups with Beef or Beans

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24 pieces
Calories 250
These crispy mini wonton taco cups are filled with flavorful beef or beans, topped with fresh toppings, and perfect for a quick appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

Wonton Shells

  • 24 pieces square wonton wrappers

Cooking spray or oil

  • 1 tbsp neutral oil

Cheddar cheese

  • 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar

Lettuce

  • 2 cups finely shredded romaine or iceberg

Pico de Gallo ingredients

  • 2 pcs Roma tomatoes (diced)
  • 0.25 cup diced red onion
  • 1 small jalapeño (finely chopped)
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime lime juice
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt (for pico)

Sour cream swirl

  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp water

Spice blend

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp oregano
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • pinch cayenne

Option A (Beef)

  • 1 lb ground beef (90% lean)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 0.5 cup water

Option B (Beans)

  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 0.25 cup water

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a mini muffin tin.
  • Mix spice blend and prepare pico: combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  • Cook beef with spices, tomato paste, and water until saucy, or sauté beans with oil, spices, paste, and water for 3–4 minutes.
  • Press wonton wrappers into muffin cups, par-bake 7–8 minutes until golden.
  • Fill cups with beef or beans, top with cheddar, and bake 5–6 minutes until cheese melts. Cool briefly.
  • Top with lettuce, pico, and a sour-cream swirl. Serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh toppings for best flavor and serve immediately for crispy wonton cups.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beans, beef, Tacos, Wonton