Taco Recipe

Name: El Sur Mexican Restaurants Taco Recipe
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 500 grams Ground beef; 2 tbs Taco seasoning; 1 medium Onion, diced; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 medium Tomato, diced; 1 cup Lettuce, shredded; 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 cup Sour cream; 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped; 8 pieces Corn tortillas; 1 medium Avocado, sliced; to taste Jalapeños, sliced; 1 medium Lime wedges

Inspired by El Sur Mexican Restaurant

Time30m

Serves4

A classic Mexican dish made with a folded or rolled tortilla filled with various ingredients.

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

1 1/8 lb (500 grams) Ground beef

2 tbs Taco seasoning

1 medium Onion, diced

2 cloves Garlic, minced

1 medium Tomato, diced

1 cup Lettuce, shredded

1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded

1 cup Sour cream

1/2 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

Taco Shells

8 pieces Corn tortillas

Optional Toppings

1 medium Avocado, sliced

to taste Jalapeños, sliced

1 medium Lime wedges

Method

Prepare the Taco Filling

Cook the Beef

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.

Add Onions and Garlic

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Season the Meat

Stir in the taco seasoning and diced tomato. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are softened and the spices are well combined.

Prepare the Taco Shells

Warm the Tortillas

In a dry skillet over medium heat, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until they are pliable. Keep them warm in a tortilla warmer or wrapped in a clean kitchen towel.

Assemble the Tacos

Fill the Tacos

Take a warm tortilla and spoon a portion of the beef filling onto the center. Top with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.

Add Fresh Ingredients

Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top. If desired, add slices of avocado, jalapeños, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Serve

Fold the tortilla around the filling and serve immediately while warm. Enjoy your homemade tacos!