Simple Homemade Beef Tacos
Delightful and flavorful beef tacos that are quick and satisfying, perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef Lean ground beef for a hearty filling.
- 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning A blend of spices to enhance the beef flavor.
- 8 small Tortillas Soft corn or flour tortillas, warmed.
Fresh Toppings
- 1 cup Shredded Lettuce Finely shredded iceberg or romaine.
- 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes for juiciness.
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese.
- ½ cup Sour Cream For creaminess and tang.
- 1 whole Avocado Sliced or diced for added creaminess.
- ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped for garnish.
- 1 whole Lime Cut into wedges for serving.
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering all necessary items.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef. Stir to coat.
- Add ½ cup of water and simmer for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet or oven until pliable.
- Assemble the tacos by placing beef in the center of a tortilla, followed by lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Repeat the assembly process for all tortillas and serve immediately.
Notes
Consider providing extra toppings on the side for customization.