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Ground-Beef-Tacos-Easy-Weeknight-Taco-Recipe

Ground Beef Tacos | Easy Weeknight Taco Recipe

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  • Author: Peter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

These Ground Beef Tacos are bursting with flavor and are incredibly easy to prepare. With just a few key ingredients, they make a perfect weeknight dinner that everyone will love! Enjoy the delightful blend of spices and toppings atop warm tortillas for a delicious homemade meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 8 taco-size corn or flour tortillas
  • toppings: shredded cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, avocado

Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, using a spatula to crumble it.
  • If needed, drain excess grease from the skillet.
  • Lower the heat to medium and mix in chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, tomato sauce, and water. Stir until well combined.
  • Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes until the meat is fully cooked and the flavors meld together.
  • Serve the beef mixture in warmed tortillas, adding your favorite toppings.

Notes

Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
Mix and match your favorite toppings for a personalized touch.
These tacos are perfect for leftovers, just reheat the filling and serve fresh tortillas.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg