Jul 13 2026

Beef Tacos Recipe

Time30m
Serves3

Three soft or crispy tacos filled with seasoned beef.

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Method

Taco Filling Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

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

  2. 2

    Add Onion and Garlic

    Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.

  3. 3

    Season the Meat

    Sprinkle the taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the beef mixture. Stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Add Tomato Sauce

    Pour in the tomato sauce and mix well. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Taco Assembly

  1. 5

    Prepare Taco Shells

    Warm the soft taco shells in a microwave for 30 seconds or toast the crispy taco shells in the oven according to package instructions.

  2. 6

    Fill Tacos

    Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly into each taco shell.

  3. 7

    Add Toppings

    Top each taco with shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, a dollop of sour cream, and chopped cilantro.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy your delicious beef tacos!

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