Fried Beef Tacos

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Fried Taco Shells:

Neutral oil, for frying

One 16.3-ounce can big flaky biscuits (6 total) 

Kosher salt, for sprinkling

Filling:

1 tablespoon neutral oil

1 pound lean ground beef 

1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder 

1 teaspoon garlic powder 

1 teaspoon onion powder 

1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano 

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 

1/2 teaspoon paprika 

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling 

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 cup lager beer 

8 ounces shredded orange Cheddar

2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce (1/4 head) 

1 cup pitted black olives, halved 

1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered 

1 bunch scallions, chopped 

Sour cream and hot sauce, for garnish