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Beef Tacos Recipe

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time32 minutes
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade spice mix: chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 8-10 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion optional but recommended
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt optional

Instructions

  • In a skillet over medium heat, crumble the beef and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Break it up as you go—no meat clumps allowed on your plate.
  • Drain excess fat. Return the pan to the heat and stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer until the sauce thickens a bit, 3-5 minutes.
  • Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable. Keep them covered so they don’t dry out.
  • Assemble: in each tortilla, add a scoop of beef, a handful of lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and onions. Top with a dollop of sour cream if you’re feeling fancy.
  • Finish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Serve hot and enjoy the aroma that says “dinner is served.”