Fast Easy Ground Beef Tacos Recipe
These tacos come together quickly and deliver savory, juicy beef wrapped in lightly crisped corn tortillas. Simple spices and tomato sauce blend into a rich filling that works perfectly for a weeknight meal.
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Servings: 4
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Ingredients
Taco Meat-
1 lb ground beef, 70–80% lean*
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1 tbsp chili powder
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½ tsp salt
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¾ tsp cumin
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½ tsp dried Mexican oregano
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¼ tsp granulated garlic
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¼ tsp granulated onion
- ½ cup tomato sauce
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8 white corn tortillas
- ½ cup oil (avocado or vegetable)
Instructions
1. Brown the Beef Warm a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and use a wooden spoon to break it into small pieces as it cooks. Continue until the meat is fully browned with no pink remaining. 2. Drain Pour off any excess grease. Return the pan to the stove and lower the heat. 3. Season Stir in the tomato sauce along with all the spices. Mix thoroughly so the beef is evenly coated. 4. Simmer Let the mixture gently bubble for about 5 minutes to deepen the flavor. 5. Fry the Tortillas Add ½ cup oil to a medium skillet and heat over medium-high. Test the temperature by dipping the edge of a tortilla—if it sizzles, the oil is ready. Fry each tortilla for roughly 30 seconds per side until lightly crisp and golden. 6. Shape Transfer each tortilla to a paper towel to blot excess oil, then fold it into a taco shell shape while it’s still warm and pliable. Tongs or two forks make this easier. 7. Assemble Spoon the beef mixture into each shell and top with your favorite additions. Notes-
Ground Beef: An 80/20 blend keeps the filling flavorful without being overly greasy.
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Substitutions: Ground chicken or turkey can be used in place of beef.
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Extra Vegetables: Feel free to sauté chopped peppers, zucchini, or carrots with the meat.
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Adjusting Heat: Add crushed red pepper to taste for a spicier result.
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About the Tortillas: These instructions are written for white corn tortillas fried in oil.
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Topping Suggestions: Shredded cheese, lettuce, grape tomatoes, cilantro, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, jalapeños, or diced onion.
- Serving Estimate: One pound of meat typically serves four people—around 2 tablespoons of meat per taco.