How to Make the Perfect Spicy Beef Tacos

Mexican · Easy · 25 minutes min · 4 servings

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Flavorful and spicy beef tacos that are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering.

Why this recipe works

This Spicy Beef Tacos recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 25 minutes minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 500 calories with 30g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.

What you will need

This recipe uses 17 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:

1 lb ground beef
8 small corn tortillas
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium tomato, diced
1 cup lettuce, shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 medium avocado, sliced
1 lim lime wedges

Step by step instructions

Step 1: Cook the Beef

In a skillet, heat olive oil. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent. Add ground beef and cook until browned.

Step 2: Season the Beef

Stir in salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 3: Warm the Tortillas

In a separate skillet, warm corn tortillas for 1 minute on each side.

Step 4: Assemble the Tacos

Fill each tortilla with beef mixture and top with diced tomato, shredded lettuce, cheese, and avocado.

Step 5: Serve with Lime

Serve tacos with lime wedges on the side.

Easy substitutions

Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:

ground beef → ground turkey
corn tortillas → flour tortillas
cheddar cheese → cotija cheese

Common mistakes to avoid

Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:

Overcooking the beef making it tough.
Using cold tortillas.
Not seasoning the beef well.

Nutrition facts

Per serving: 500 calories, 30g protein, 45g carbs, 25g fat, 4g fiber.

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