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Ground Beef Tacos

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Ground Beef Tacos are a delightful and easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of Mexico right to your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these tacos feature savory ground beef seasoned to perfection, wrapped in soft tortillas, and topped with fresh ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. The best part? You can customize them with your favorite toppings such as guacamole or salsa for an extra flavor boost. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that’s sure to please the whole family. Dive into this recipe and discover how simple it is to create a taco night that everyone will remember!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
  • 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  2. Add taco seasoning and a splash of water (about 1/4 cup). Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. While the meat simmers, warm tortillas in another skillet for about one minute on each side.
  4. Assemble tacos by placing seasoned beef in tortillas and topping with lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.
  5. Serve immediately with salsa or sour cream.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
  • Calories: 470
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg