Ground Beef Tacos
The Ultimate Ground Beef Tacos! This recipe features a unique blend of spices and a special touch that elevates the taco meat to new heights of flavor and juiciness. Quick, easy, and utterly delicious, it's the ideal meal for any weeknight, ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 70-80% lean
- 1 tbsp chili Powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp dried Mexican oregano
- ¼ tsp granulated garlic
- ¼ tsp granulated onion
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 8 white corn tortillas
- ½ cup oil avocado or vegetable
Instructions
- Browning the Beef: Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the ground beef, using a wooden spoon to crumble and stir it as it cooks. Continue until the beef is thoroughly browned and shows no signs of pink.
- Removing Excess Grease: After the beef is cooked, drain off any excess grease. Then, return the skillet to the stove, reducing the heat to a low setting.
- Seasoning the Meat: Introduce 1/2 cup of tomato sauce and your taco seasoning into the skillet. Mix these into the beef until it's uniformly coated with the sauce.
- Simmering the Beef: Let the beef mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Frying the Tortillas: Heat 1/2 cup of oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat. Test the oil's readiness by dipping a tortilla edge in; it should sizzle and bubble. Then, carefully place the tortilla in the oil, frying each side for approximately 30 seconds to achieve a golden color and slight crispness.
- Shaping the Tortillas: After frying, transfer the tortilla to paper towels to drain the oil. Then, while it's still pliable, fold the tortilla into a taco shape using tongs or two forks.
- Assembling the Tacos: Fill the shaped tortillas with the seasoned ground beef and garnish with your choice of toppings.