Description
Experience the ultimate weeknight comfort with these savory, perfectly seasoned classic beef tacos. Crafted with lean ground beef, aromatic onions, garlic, and a blend of warm spices, this recipe creates a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes. Whether you are hosting a lively family gathering or looking for a quick, satisfying dinner, these tacos offer a delightful crunch and juicy flavor that is completely customizable. It is a foolproof dish that guarantees everyone will come back for seconds.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup beef broth
8–10 small corn or flour tortillas
Shredded lettuce (optional)
Diced tomatoes (optional)
Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Sour cream (optional)
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon.
Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Pour in the beef broth and reduce heat to low.
Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce has thickened and is glossy.
Warm tortillas in a separate dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
Spoon the beef mixture into the tortillas and add your choice of toppings.
Notes
Store leftover meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water if needed to regain consistency. To ensure the dish is halal, use non-alcoholic beef broth.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
