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Ground Beef Tacos

Our uncomplicated ground beef taco recipe uses common spices you probably already have on hand to create an easy weeknight meal that everybody always loves.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican American
Keyword: Ground Beef Tacos
Servings: 12 tacos
Author: Caytlin McCleery

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 to 2 pounds ground beef 80/20
  • 1 medium white or yellow onion diced
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup salsa fresh or jarred

For Serving (Mix and Match Toppings)

  • 12 (8-inch) flour tortillas
  • 2 medium roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 medium jalapeno sliced or diced
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup sliced olives

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add 1 1/2 to 2 pounds ground beef. Use a spatula to break up the meat and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until it releases juices and starts to brown.
  • Add 1 medium white or yellow onion (diced), 2 teaspoons chili powder, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Continue cooking for 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully cooked and the onion is softened. Drain excess grease, leaving 1 to 2 tablespoons for added flavor.
  • Add 1/2 cup salsa, stir, and let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to create a flavorful sauce.
  • Serve hot on 12 (8-inch) flour tortillas with desired toppings.

Notes

  • An 80/20 blend ground beef is your most flavorful option.  It's okay to leave a tablespoon or two of grease in your tacos to add more flavor.
  • Instead of using the recipe's blend of taco seasoning spices, you can replace it with a 1-ounce taco seasoning packet, or 2 tablespoons from a jar. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1taco | Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 396mg | Potassium: 279mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 626IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 2mg
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