Description
The Best Ground Beef Taco Recipe is your go-to solution for a quick, delicious meal that every family member will love. Made with a homemade taco seasoning blend and a secret ingredient for added juiciness, these tacos are packed with flavor and can be ready in just under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe allows you to customize your toppings, ensuring optimal satisfaction for everyone at the table. Enjoy a delightful taco night filled with fun assembly and mouthwatering tastes that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (70-80% lean)
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp dried Mexican oregano
- ¼ tsp granulated garlic
- ¼ tsp granulated onion
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 8 white corn tortillas
- ½ cup oil (avocado or vegetable)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until fully browned.
- Drain excess grease and reduce heat to low.
- Stir in tomato sauce, chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, garlic, and onion until meat is coated.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each tortilla until golden brown on both sides.
- Shape fried tortillas into taco shells using tongs or forks.
- Fill each shell with seasoned beef and top with desired toppings like cheese, lettuce, salsa, or avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg