So, the other day I was craving something savory, and my mind immediately went to tacos. But not just any tacos, I wanted to try something different, something I saw online called “Girl Scout Tacos.” I know, it sounds a bit weird, but trust me, it’s worth a shot!
First, I gathered all the ingredients. I grabbed some ground beef, taco seasoning, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and of course, the star of the show, Girl Scout cookies! Thin Mints, to be exact. I know, I know, it sounds crazy, but just wait, it’s a surprisingly good combo.
- Ground beef
- Taco seasoning
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheese
- Thin Mints cookies
I started by browning the ground beef in a pan. While that was cooking, I crumbled up a few Thin Mints cookies. Not too finely, I still wanted some texture in there. Once the beef was cooked, I drained the grease and sprinkled in the taco seasoning, mixing it all together.
Then came the assembly. I laid out the taco shells, and spooned the seasoned beef into each one. Then I added the lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. Here comes the fun part – I sprinkled the crumbled Thin Mints on top.
Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Cookies? In tacos?” But seriously, the minty, chocolatey flavor of the cookies combined with the savory, spicy taco filling is surprisingly yummy!
The sweetness of the cookies balanced out the spiciness of the taco seasoning. Plus, the crunchiness of the cookies gave a nice texture contrast to the soft taco shell and the other ingredients.
I also tried adding some sweet corn and bell peppers into my tacos, and they worked really well! I figure you could use black beans too. I think I will try that next time. They added a nice sweetness and some more texture to my tacos.
Final thoughts
Honestly, it was a fun experiment! If you’re feeling adventurous, I’d definitely recommend giving these Girl Scout Tacos a try. It’s a unique flavor combination that might just surprise you. And hey, it’s a great way to use up those leftover Thin Mints! Well, maybe you should buy some extra cookies if you wanna try it, just to make sure you have enough for both eating plain and putting them in your tacos.
