Description
Beef tacos are a beloved dish that combines savory, seasoned ground beef with an array of fresh toppings, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s Taco Tuesday or a casual gathering with friends. The rich flavors and customizable nature of these tacos make them a hit with everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat if necessary, then stir in the taco seasoning with water (per packet instructions). Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- While the meat cooks, warm tortillas in another skillet over low heat for about one minute on each side or wrap in foil and place in a preheated oven at 350°F.
- Assemble tacos by placing warm tortillas on plates and filling them with seasoned beef. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.
- Serve immediately while hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (220g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Choose high-quality ingredients to enhance flavor. For added heat, incorporate chopped jalapeños or hot sauce. Leftover seasoned meat can be creatively used in burritos or quesadillas.