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Mexican Ground Beef Tacos


  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (halal-certified)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning mix – see recipe below)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce (or salsa)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas (halal-certified)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
  • Jalapeño slices, for serving (optional)

Homemade Taco Seasoning (Optional)

If you prefer to make your own seasoning, here’s a simple mix:

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Ground Beef Filling:

  1. Heat the Oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onions and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Cook the Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  3. Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon or spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the beef is browned and no longer pink. Be sure to drain any excess fat from the beef.
  4. Season the Meat: Stir in your taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning mix) and cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices. Add the tomato sauce (or salsa) and water, stirring well to combine.
  5. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir occasionally.

Warm the Tortillas:

  1. Heat the Tortillas: While the beef simmers, heat your tortillas. You can either warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30-60 seconds on each side or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds until soft and warm.

Assemble the Tacos:

  1. Fill the Tortillas: Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture onto the center of each warmed tortilla. Be generous, but leave a bit of space at the edges to fold them.
  2. Add Toppings: Top each taco with your desired toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. You can also add jalapeño slices for a little extra heat.

Serve and Enjoy:

  1. Serve: Arrange the tacos on a platter and serve with additional lime wedges and any extra toppings on the side.
  • Prep Time: 10minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 10
  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Protein: 20g