$2.00 to $2.50 is a reasonable price for a good taco. Vendors are selling these delicious walking tacos from $3.00 to $7.00 each. At just $3.00, you’ve tripled your money. Sell just 50 of these a day and you’ve added a cool $100 to your net income daily. Some vendors sell over 100 daily while making $4.11 per bag. That’s a whopping $411.00 per day EXTRA!
Instead of using all those toppings, add a scoop or two of the chili you already have on the cart. Make it a chili cheese walking taco.
How much ground beef for Walking Tacos for 50 people?
To calculate the amount of ground beef needed for 50 people, you’ll first need to determine how much ground beef is needed per taco. As mentioned earlier, we estimate about 2 ounces of cooked ground beef per taco. Next, multiply the number of tacos needed (100) by the amount of ground beef per taco (2 ounces).
Serving a large taco bar group is easy as ingredients are served buffet-style. One pound of raw ground beef yields 12 ounces of cooked ground beef. For the average taco, 2 ounces of cooked ground beef is used. So for 50 people, 25 pounds of raw ground beef is needed. This estimate may vary depending on guest appetites and other toppings served.
While 3 tacos per person is standard, taco bar caterers estimate 2 tacos per person. One pound (16 ounces) raw 80/20 ground beef, when browned and drained, yields 12 ounces cooked.
Walking Tacos for 50: Brown 3 pounds beef, 3 chopped onions, 9 crushed garlic cloves. Open 3 freezer bags. Put 1 can tomatoes, 1 can refried beans, 1 pound beef and spices in each. Seal and squish to mix.
For 6 people, allow 375 grams beef per person. A 1.5 kilogram joint serves 4, a 2.25 kilogram joint serves 6.
What goes good with Walking Tacos?
Walking tacos are often served as an appetizer or as an easy meal when you’re on the go. They are perfect for tailgating, picnics, or just snacking on while doing chores around the house. The most classic side dish for walking tacos is rice and beans.
Tostadas are a great choice for a side dish regarding what to serve with walking tacos.
To complement your Walking Tacos, here’s a list of 16 delicious sides:
- Guacamole
- Pico de gallo
- Spanish rice
- Refried beans
- Pineapple salsa
- Ranchero sauce
- Tostilocos
- Churros
- Chicken burrito bowl
- Lazy enchiladas
- Cheese dip
- Steak fajitas
- Chicken enchiladas
- Carne asada
- Menudo
- Sauteed mushrooms
Walking Tacos are simple, adaptable, and loved by the whole family. It’s an easy way to feed a crowd with customizable options.
What to serve with walking tacos: in addition to a refreshing beverage, pair with mellow sides like green beans and fruit salads.