Description
These Ground Beef Tacos are a quick, flavorful, and family-friendly dinner option ready in under 30 minutes. Featuring a seasoned ground beef filling with bold spices, fresh toppings, and soft tortillas, this recipe offers a satisfying blend of savory, crunchy, and vibrant flavors perfect for any weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning (blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6–8 soft corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
Fresh Toppings
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Sour cream or guacamole, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and gather all spices and toppings to make cooking smooth and efficient.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat to reduce greasiness.
- Add Onions, Garlic, and Seasonings: Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Sauté until softened. Stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water, allowing the mixture to thicken and the flavors to meld, about 2-3 minutes.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven until warm and pliable, preventing cracking when folded.
- Assemble Your Tacos: Layer the seasoned beef onto each tortilla, then top with cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream or guacamole. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh spices for the best flavor impact.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure even browning of the beef.
- Season gradually to avoid overpowering the dish.
- Warm tortillas are easier to fold and taste better.
- Let the cooked beef rest a few minutes off heat so flavors settle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg