Beef Tacos

Seasoned ground beef in warm corn tortillas topped with fresh salsa, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for a quick and satisfying meal.

Beef Tacos

By Chef B. Boukim

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 30 min · Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 8 small Corn tortillas
  • 1 Yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 Lime wedges
  • 1/2 cup Salsa

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef.
  2. Cook beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Drain excess fat, then add diced onion and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and salt. Stir well.
  5. Add 1/4 cup water and simmer for 3 minutes until mixture thickens.
  6. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
  7. Fill tortillas with beef mixture and top with salsa, tomatoes, and cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges.