Description
A satisfying, crunchy weeknight meal featuring boldly seasoned ground beef and customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef or chicken broth (or water)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste or 2 tbsp diced tomatoes
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, lime wedges, sour cream or crema, pickled onions, hot sauce
Instructions
- Prep your mise en place by dicing the onion, mincing the garlic, shredding the cheese, and setting out your toppings.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Let it sear for 1–2 minutes before stirring.
- Add the diced onion when the beef is halfway cooked and sauté until softened.
- Drain excess fat if necessary, leaving a bit for flavor.
- Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, cayenne, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Pour in the tomato paste and broth, scrape up browned bits, and simmer for 3–5 minutes.
- Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Crisp the tortillas using either the oven or stovetop method.
- Fill each crispy shell with the beef mixture and desired toppings.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, brown the beef well and serve tacos immediately for the best texture. Set up a taco assembly station for a fun build-your-own experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350 per taco
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: tacos, ground beef, weeknight dinner, easy recipe, Mexican food