Description
These beef tacos are like the ones you grew up on only better, thanks to the homemade taco seasoning. They’re BIG on flavor and seasoned just right. Pile on your favorite toppings or keep it simple. They’re scrumptious either way! Make this recipe for your next taco night!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% fat)
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup water
- Homemade taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté: In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the onions and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes, stirring often.
- Aromatics: Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds, stirring to prevent burning.
- Brown: Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain the excess fat and return the beef to the stove.
- Season: Add the water and the taco seasoning. Stir well and cook until the sauce has thickened.
- Finish: Season with salt and pepper if needed. Fill the warmed taco shells with the ground beef and add your choice of toppings.
Notes
Warm hard taco shells in the microwave for 45 seconds. Warm soft tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds wrapped in a damp paper towel. Optional flavor boosts include a pinch of cayenne, red pepper flakes, or a spoonful of tomato paste.
- Prep Time: PT5M
- Cook Time: PT15M
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg