Description
Mexican Ground Beef Tacos are a fiesta of flavors wrapped in warm tortillas. This simple yet delicious recipe features savory ground beef seasoned to perfection, layered with fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. Perfect for taco nights with family or friends, these tacos are not only satisfying but also customizable to suit everyone’s preferences. Get ready for a delightful meal that promises smiles and lasting memories!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Add taco seasoning and stir well. Pour in ½ cup water and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Warm tortillas in another pan or microwave until soft.
- Assemble tacos by layering seasoned beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream in each tortilla.
- Serve on a platter with optional garnishes like cilantro or avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg