ground beef taco recipes
These delicious ground beef tacos are quick and easy to prepare, packed with flavor, and perfect for a weeknight dinner. Assemble each taco with fresh toppings for a delightful meal that everyone will love.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 8 taco shells
- 1 serving plates
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped Approximately 1 cup.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning 1 oz.
- 1 cup water
- 8 pieces taco shells
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
- to taste sliced jalapeños Optional.
- to taste avocado Optional.
- to taste cilantro Optional.
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for about 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water, mixing well. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- While the beef is cooking, prepare your toppings by shredding the lettuce, dicing the tomatoes, and shredding the cheese.
- Heat the taco shells according to package instructions.
- To assemble, place a portion of the beef mixture in each taco shell. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Add any additional toppings if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade ground beef tacos!
Notes
You can customize the toppings based on your preference. Consider adding diced onions, corn, or olives for extra flavor.
This recipe is also suitable for meal prep; just store the cooked beef separately and assemble the tacos when ready to eat.
Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a lighter alternative to ground beef.