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Ground Beef Tacos Recipe

Ground Beef Tacos Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (2 tacos each) 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Ground Beef Tacos are a quick and delicious meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. Flavorful seasoned ground beef served in crispy taco shells with your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

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Ground Beef Mixture:

  • 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup tomato sauce or salsa

Taco Assembly:

  • 8 small taco shells (hard or soft)
  • Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ground Beef Mixture: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic. Add ground beef, cook until browned. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir in tomato sauce or salsa, simmer.
  2. Assemble Tacos: Warm taco shells, fill with seasoned beef mixture. Top with desired toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

  • For a leaner option, use ground turkey or chicken.
  • The beef mixture can be made ahead and reheated.
  • Add black beans or corn for extra texture and nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg