Ground Beef Tacos

 

Ground Beef Tacos

Ingredients:

For the beef filling:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp salt (or to taste)

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ¼ cup tomato sauce (or 2 tbsp tomato paste + splash of water)

• ¼ cup water (if needed to loosen the sauce)

For serving:

• 8 small taco shells (soft or crunchy)

• Shredded lettuce

• Diced tomatoes

• Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your choice)

• Sour cream

• Salsa or hot sauce

• Chopped cilantro or green onions (optional)

• Lime wedges

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🔥 Instructions:

1. Cook the Beef:

   • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned (5–6 minutes).

   • Drain excess grease if needed.

2. Add Onion & Garlic:

   • Add chopped onion and garlic to the beef and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.

3. Season the Meat:

   • Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.

   • Add tomato sauce and a splash of water if too thick.

   • Simmer on low for 5 minutes until everything is well combined and flavorful.

4. Prepare the Toppings:

   • While beef simmers, warm your taco shells and prep the toppings.

5. Assemble the Tacos:

   • Spoon the beef mixture into taco shells.

   • Top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and any extras you like.