Ground Beef Tacos
Quick and easy ground beef tacos topped with fresh ingredients for a satisfying meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
For the taco meat
- 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for less grease.
- 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning Mix of chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 1 cup water or broth For added moisture while cooking.
Toppings
- 2 cups shredded lettuce For freshness.
- 1 cup diced tomatoes Adds a nice crunch.
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese For a cheesy finish.
- ½ cup sour cream Optional for a creamy touch.
- 1 piece jalapeño, sliced For heat.
- 1 cup guacamole If you have it on hand.
For serving
- 8 pieces tortillas Warm them in a dry skillet before serving.
Instructions
Cooking the meat
- Heat your skillet until hot.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef and mix well.
- Cook until the beef is browned and crumbly, about 7-10 minutes.
- If excess grease appears, drain it off.
- Add a splash of water or broth and stir to keep the mixture moist.
Assembling the tacos
- Warm the tortillas and keep them stacked to prevent drying.
- Spoon the seasoned beef mixture into each tortilla.
- Top with your choice of shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and guacamole.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a different twist, add pickled onions or charred corn. Leftover taco meat can be used in other dishes like quesadillas or casseroles.