Ground Beef Tacos Recipe
Twelve tacos filled with seasoned homemade ground beef.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Toppings (Optional)
Method
Preparation of Beef
- 1
Brown the Ground Beef
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
- 2
Drain Excess Fat
Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- 3
Add Seasoning
Reduce heat to medium, and add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the beef. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Add Water
Pour in the water and stir to mix all the seasonings with the beef. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the water has mostly evaporated and the beef is well-coated with seasoning.
Assembly of Tacos
- 5
Warm Taco Shells
While the beef is simmering, warm the taco shells according to package instructions, typically in the oven or microwave.
- 6
Fill Taco Shells
Once the taco shells are warmed, fill each shell with the seasoned ground beef.
- 7
Add Toppings
Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and chopped cilantro as desired.