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Classic Beef Tacos

Classic Beef Tacos are a fun and flavorful dinner favorite made with seasoned ground beef, warm tortillas, and your choice of fresh toppings. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, these tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Serve them with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for the ultimate taco night experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 oz taco seasoning mix taco seasoning mix (or homemade blend)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook another 30 seconds.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 6–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the mixture thickens.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  5. Fill each tortilla with beef mixture and top with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, sour cream, and salsa.
  6. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 28gFat: 25g

Notes

Switch it up by using ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
For a vegetarian option, replace the beef with black beans or lentils.
Great for taco night – set up a toppings bar so everyone can customize their tacos.

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