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Ground Beef Taco Recipe

A flavorful and comforting ground beef taco recipe that is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 taco shells
  • Toppings: shredded lettuce diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Serving plates

Method
 

  1. Heat the large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the olive oil and diced onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  5. Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the beef. Stir well to coat the meat evenly.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
  7. While the beef is simmering, warm the taco shells according to package instructions.
  8. Fill each taco shell with the seasoned beef and top with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime juice over the assembled tacos just before serving.