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

Ground Beef Tacos | Easy Weeknight Taco Recipe

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

Description

Enjoy these flavorful Ground Beef Tacos made with seasoned beef and fresh toppings. Quick to prepare, they are perfect for a weeknight dinner or any casual gathering!


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, crumbling it with a spatula.
  • Drain excess grease if needed.
  • Lower the heat to medium and stir in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, tomato sauce, and water.
  • Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes until the meat is fully cooked and flavors meld.
  • Serve the beef mixture in warmed tortillas, adding your favorite toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder and oregano alongside the spices.
Feel free to customize your toppings based on your preference.
These tacos can easily be made with ground turkey for a healthier option.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg