Taco Tuesday Triumph: Best Homemade Tacos Recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 packet (1 ounce/28g) taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
• ½ cup (120ml) water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable shortening or lard, chilled
• ¾ cup (180ml) warm water
• 1 cup (120g) shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend)
• 1 cup (150g) shredded lettuce
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• ½ cup (120g) sour cream
• ½ cup (120g) salsa
• 1 avocado, diced or sliced
• 1 lime, cut into wedges