Ground Beef Tacos Recipe
One busy weeknight, I needed a quick and satisfying dinner that didn’t require much effort. I had some ground beef in the fridge and a pack of taco shells in the pantry, so I threw everything together, added some seasoning, and within minutes, I had a meal my family couldn’t get enough of.Now, ground beef tacos are one of my go-to meals. They’re simple, flavorful, and easy to customize with different toppings. Whether it’s for a casual dinner or a taco night with friends, this recipe is always a hit.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cutting board and knife
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- ½ small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ cup water or beef broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 taco shells (hard or soft)
- Toppings (optional): Lettuce, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, guacamole
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned (about 5–7 minutes).
- Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the water or beef broth and mix well.
- Reduce the heat and let the meat simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Warm the taco shells according to the package instructions.
- Fill each shell with the seasoned beef and your favorite toppings.
- Serve immediately with your choice of sides.