Classic Beef Tacos
Total time35 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time20 min
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4 servings
For the beef
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup low-sodium beef broth
For serving
- 8 corn tortillas (6-inch)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 2 roma tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no pink remains, about 6–8 minutes. Drain off all but about 1 tablespoon of fat.
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