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Ground Beef Tacos

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These Ground Beef Tacos are a weeknight favorite! Juicy, seasoned beef tucked into warm tortillas and topped with all your favorite fixings — they’re simple, delicious, and always a hit with the whole family. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re great for busy nights or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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For the taco meat:

  • 1 lb ground beef (85–90% lean)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (if using very lean beef)

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce or 2 tablespoons tomato paste + splash of water

To serve:

  • 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)

  • Shredded lettuce

  • Diced tomatoes

  • Shredded cheese

  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt

  • Diced avocado or guacamole

  • Fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil (if needed), then sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.

  2. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

  3. Add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 6–8 minutes). Drain excess grease if needed.

  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

  5. Add tomato sauce or tomato paste + a splash of water. Stir to combine and simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.

  6. Warm the tortillas in a dry pan, microwave, or oven.

  7. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture and top with your favorite toppings.

  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Swap beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter or vegetarian version.

  • Meal prep tip: Cook the taco meat ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

  • Leftover taco meat is great for burrito bowls, quesadillas, or nachos.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/ground-beef-tacos/