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Tacos with Ground Beef

5 from 1 vote
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Tacos with Minced Beef. Savory seasoned beef, infused with cumin, chili powder, and a rich tomato sauce, takes center stage on warm, soft tortillas. Top with crisp lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream for a deliciously customizable experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 Tacos
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 223
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp of olive oil
  • 1 lb/500 g of lean ground beef
  • 6 tsp taco seasoning
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
Taco Seasoning:
  • 1 tbsp powdered hot paprika
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp of onion powder
  • ¼ tsp of chili pepper flakes (optional)
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp powdered smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper powder
  • 1 tsp of salt
Assembly:
  • 12 soft tortillas, or taco shells (6-inch size)
  • assorted toppings (lettuce, tomato, onion and grated cheese, etc.)

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat.
  2. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, around 5-6 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef. Stir well to ensure even seasoning.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce. Let the mixture cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Assembly:
  1. Heat the mini tortillas in a dry skillet until warm and pliable.
  2. Spoon the seasoned minced beef onto each tortilla or taco shell.
  3. Layer with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a generous sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
  4. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a burst of citrusy freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving of meetCalories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 674mgPotassium: 695mgSugar: 2.5gVitamin A: 1334IUVitamin C: 4.6mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 4.5mg
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