Beef Tacos

Beef tacos are a timeless favorite—savory, seasoned ground beef tucked into crispy or soft tortillas, piled high with all your favorite toppings. They're quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and endlessly customizable. Whether it's Taco Tuesday or a last-minute dinner fix, beef tacos are always a win.

Ingredients

For the beef:

1 lb ground beef or diced chuckrolls

1 tbsp olive oil (if using lean meat)

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp paprika

½ tsp oregano

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

¼ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

¼ cup tomato sauce or 2 tbsp tomato paste

¼ cup water

For serving:

Taco shells (hard or soft)

Shredded lettuce

Diced tomatoes

Shredded cheese

Sour cream

Salsa or hot sauce

Fresh cilantro

Lime wedges

Instructions

Cook the beef In a skillet over medium heat, cook onion until soft (2–3 min). Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.

Season the meat

Drain excess grease. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce. Add water, stir, and simmer on low for 5–7 minutes until thickened.

Assemble the tacos

Warm the taco shells. Spoon in the seasoned beef, then load up with your favorite toppings.