Tasty Ground Beef Tacos Recipe
These ground beef tacos are simple, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. With crispy corn tortillas and juicy, spiced beef, they’re a hit at dinner tables and parties alike. Add your favorite toppings for a customizable and delicious meal!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1//2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp Mexican oregano
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce (or thick salsa for extra spice)
- 6 white corn tortillas (or flour tortillas, if preferred)
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, avocado, or hot sauce
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks.
- Drain any excess grease, return the beef to the skillet, and reduce the heat to low.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, Mexican oregano, and tomato sauce. Mix well.
- Let the beef mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Heat a small amount of oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Fry each tortilla for about 30 seconds per side until crispy but pliable. Remove from the skillet and fold each tortilla in half to create a taco shape.
- Fill each taco shell with 2 tablespoons of the seasoned ground beef.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, or sour cream.
- Serve the tacos immediately while warm. Pair with rice, beans, or chips and salsa for a complete meal!
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Notes
- If you prefer soft tacos, skip frying the tortillas and warm them in a skillet instead.
- Make ahead: Cook the taco meat and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
- Add a kick: Include a pinch of cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce to the taco meat for extra heat.