Beef Tacos Recipe
Soft tacos filled with seasoned beef, topped with fresh salsa.
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Ingredients
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Taco Filling
Taco Assembly
Method
Prepare the Beef Filling
- 1
Cook the Onions and Garlic
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a small amount of oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 2
Brown the Ground Beef
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Season the Beef
Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Tacos
- 4
Warm the Taco Shells
If desired, warm the soft taco shells in a microwave or on a skillet for about 30 seconds until pliable.
- 5
Fill the Tacos
Take a warm taco shell and spoon in a generous amount of the seasoned beef mixture. Top with fresh salsa, shredded lettuce, and cheese if using.
- 6
Add Condiments
Finish with a dollop of sour cream if desired. Repeat the filling and topping process for all taco shells.