Description
A delicious and easy-to-make beef tacos recipe that delivers a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: 1 lb (450 g)
- Taco seasoning: One packet (about 1 oz or 28 g)
- Corn tortillas: 8 small tortillas
- Lettuce: 1 cup, shredded
- Diced tomatoes: 1 cup
- Shredded cheese: 1 cup (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Sour cream: 1/2 cup
- Avocado: 1, sliced
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ground beef by gathering ingredients and tools.
- Cook the beef in a skillet with olive oil and salt for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add taco seasoning and water, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble the tacos with beef, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.
- Top with sour cream and avocado, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose ground beef with a fat content of around 80/20 for best flavor.
- Feel free to customize with optional ingredients like onions, garlic, or jalapeños.
- Store leftover beef and tortillas separately for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef tacos, Mexican recipe, easy tacos, ground beef, taco seasoning