Taco Ground Beef W/ Sour Cream Recipe

Prepare all ingredients before cooking: dice onion, mince garlic, shred lettuce, dice tomatoes, and chop cilantro if using. Set toppings aside for serving.

Warm tortillas or taco shells according to package instructions and keep warm.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the beef. Stir to evenly coat and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.

Pour in tomato sauce and water. Stir to combine. Simmer for 6-8 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream until the beef is creamy and well coated. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

To serve, place a portion of the beef mixture into each tortilla or shell. Top with shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream as desired.

Serve immediately with optional lime wedges or salsa on the side.