Description
Ground Beef Tacos are the ultimate quick and easy meal that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine right to your dinner table. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these satisfying tacos, featuring seasoned ground beef nestled in warm tortillas, topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe allows everyone to customize their tacos with their favorite toppings. Whether you’re hosting a taco night or looking for a simple dinner solution, these ground beef tacos are sure to impress and please all palates. Dive into this delicious experience and enjoy the delightful union of flavors and textures that make these tacos irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- Taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat if necessary, then add taco seasoning and water according to packet instructions or about half a cup for homemade seasoning.
- Simmer the mixture on low heat for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Warm tortillas in a separate pan or microwave for about one minute.
- Assemble by spooning seasoned beef onto each tortilla and topping with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and any additional toppings.
- Serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (140g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg