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Beef Tacos

Beef Tacos

These Beef Tacos are a quick and delicious meal featuring seasoned ground beef and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Filling
  • 1 lb lean ground beef main protein for the tacos
  • 2 tsp taco seasoning blend for classic taco flavor
  • ⅔ cup water to combine seasoning and beef
Tacos
  • 8 small tortillas flour or corn, your choice
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes fresh and juicy
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce adds crispness
  • ½ cup diced onions for flavor enhancement
  • ¼ cup sliced jalapeños for heat
Toppings
  • ½ cup sour cream creamy addition
  • ½ cup shredded cheese cheddar or queso fresco

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Allow to simmer for five minutes until thickened and fragrant.
  3. Warm tortillas in a separate pan or oven at 350°F for about five minutes.
  4. Chop tomatoes, shred lettuce, and dice onions.
  5. Lay out warm tortillas, add seasoned beef, then top with tomatoes, lettuce, onions, jalapeños, sour cream, and cheese.
  6. Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Add chopped cilantro for extra freshness.

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