Gluten Free Cilantro-Lime Beef Tacos
Taco night just got a serious upgrade, and this one serves four without a single grain of wheat in sight. The secret is corn tortillas — naturally free of gluten and absolutely perfect when charred directly over a gas flame until the edges blister and the whole thing turns pliable and smoky. The beef filling is where the real magic happens: ground beef cooked down with onion, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, then finished off the heat with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and a handful of chopped cilantro that brightens every bite. It's the kind of seasoning blend that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a packet mix, and because every ingredient here is naturally whole and unfussy, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden fillers. Shredded cabbage adds a satisfying crunch on top, and a spoonful of pico de gallo brings fresh acidity that cuts right through the richness of the 80/20 beef. A few lime wedges on the side and optional sour cream round everything out into a meal that feels festive and totally effortless. This is the kind of weeknight dinner that disappears fast — plan accordingly.
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4 servings
For the beef
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For serving
- 8 corn tortillas (6-inch)
- 1 cup shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- ½ cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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