Description
Easy Ground Beef Tacos
Your New Favorite Weeknight Escape
Fast, juicy, boldly seasoned ground beef tacos made with pantry spices and one simple trick that guarantees saucy, never-dry meat. Dinner’s on the table in 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (85% lean recommended)
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½ small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
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½ tsp dried oregano
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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⅓ cup water or beef broth
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Optional: squeeze of lime or hot sauce
For Serving
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8 small corn or flour tortillas (soft or hard)
- Toppings of choice: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, avocado, cilantro
Instructions
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Cook the Onion
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft and translucent. -
Brown the Beef
Add ground beef to the skillet. Let it brown slightly before breaking it apart. Cook until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed. -
Bloom the Spices
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir continuously for 1 minute to release flavor. -
Simmer for Juiciness
Pour in water or broth, stirring to scrape up browned bits. Reduce heat to low and simmer 5–7 minutes until saucy and well coated. - Warm Tortillas & Serve
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Fill with beef and top as desired.
Notes
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Use 85/15 beef for best flavor and texture
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Let the meat simmer—this is the key to juicy tacos
- Taste before serving and finish with lime or hot sauce