Description
These 30-Minute Ground Beef Tacos are a quick and flavorful meal option for busy weeknights. With homemade taco seasoning and fresh pico de gallo, these tacos are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
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Taco Seasoning:
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp coriander
- ¼ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Pico de Gallo:
- 2 roma tomatoes (diced)
- ½ small white onion (diced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground pepper
Taco Filling:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1 lb ground beef (80-90%)
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
Additional Ingredients:
- 12 soft corn tortillas (or flour tortillas)
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar jack cheese (or cheddar cheese)
- ¼ head iceberg lettuce (shredded)
- ⅓ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Taco Seasoning: Combine all taco seasoning ingredients in a small bowl or lidded jar and stir or shake until well-combined.
- Beef Broth Mixture: Combine the beef broth and tomato paste in a small bowl or measuring cup and whisk until very smooth.
- Pico de Gallo: Make the pico de gallo by combining the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste and refrigerate while cooking the filling.
- Cook Beef: Heat a skillet, cook onion, add ground beef, and brown meat. Add taco seasoning, stir, then pour in beef broth mixture and simmer until thickened.
- Assemble Tacos: Serve the beef filling in warmed tortillas, topped with pico de gallo, cheese, lettuce, and sour cream.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the taco seasoning to suit your taste preferences.
- You can add additional toppings like avocado, salsa, or hot sauce to your tacos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Ground Beef Tacos, Easy Tacos, Homemade Tacos, Quick Tacos