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Ground Beef Tacos Recipe

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These Ground Beef Tacos are a flavorful and easy-to-make Mexican-inspired dish featuring a savory blend of spices, tender sautéed ground beef, and a variety of fresh toppings. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual gathering, they combine classic seasonings with simple ingredients for a delicious taco experience.

Ingredients

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Seasoning

  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Beef Mixture

  • ½ Tablespoon olive or avocado oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 lb ground beef (90/10 recommended)
  • 2 Tablespoons beef broth (or water, more if needed)
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice

For Serving

  • Lime wedges
  • Small soft corn or flour tortillas
  • Shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Diced red onion
  • Sour cream
  • Avocado chunks or guacamole
  • Salsa
  • Hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Make seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well and set aside to use later.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Heat the olive or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 5-6 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
  3. Cook beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes or until the beef is fully browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary, although using lean beef like 90/10 often eliminates the need.
  4. Add spices: Sprinkle the prepared seasoning mixture over the beef. Stir well to coat the meat evenly and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the spices to release their flavors.
  5. Simmer mixture: Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, and lime juice, combining thoroughly. Let the mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes to meld flavors well and thicken slightly.
  6. Warm tortillas: While the beef simmers, warm the tortillas by either placing them in a dry skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes or wrapping them in foil and heating them in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes until soft and pliable.
  7. Assemble tacos: Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture onto the warmed tortillas. Top with your choice of shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, diced red onion, sour cream, avocado or guacamole, salsa, and hot sauce. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra zest.

Notes

  • Use 90/10 ground beef for a good balance of flavor and reduced fat.
  • Beef broth can be substituted with water if unavailable.
  • Red pepper flakes are optional, add them to control the heat level.
  • Warm tortillas properly so they do not crack when folding.
  • Customize toppings to personal taste or dietary preferences.

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