Jul 14 2026

Beef Tacos Recipe

Time30m
Serves3

Three tacos filled with seasoned beef.

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Taco Assembly

Method

Taco Filling

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    Add Onions and Garlic

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Season the Beef

    Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and let cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.

Taco Assembly

  1. 5

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

  2. 6

    Fill the Tacos

    Place a portion of the seasoned beef mixture onto each warm tortilla.

  3. 7

    Add Toppings

    Top the beef with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and salsa.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Fold the tortillas over the filling and serve immediately while warm.

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