Easy Beef Tacos

5 from 1 vote

Making Beef Tacos at home guarantees a fast and satisfying dinner. My version uses a robust spice blend and a splash of broth to keep the meat perfectly saucy. You will love how quickly this meal comes together.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 people

Course: Appetizer.Dinner

Cuisine: Italian-Mexican Fusion

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (85/15 blend) Leaner blend prevents excess grease
2 tablespoon taco seasoning Store-bought or homemade
½ cup beef broth Creates a rich, glossy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil For initial browning
8 small flour or corn tortillas Warmed before serving
1 cup shredded lettuce Optional topping
½ cup diced tomatoes Optional topping
½ cup shredded cheese Mexican blend preferred

Equipment

1 large skillet For cooking the beef
1 Wooden Spoon For breaking apart meat
1 cutting board For chopping vegetables
1 knife For prepping toppings

Method

Chop your fresh toppings uniformly before you start cooking the meat.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and carefully add the ground beef.
Break the meat apart with a wooden spoon and cook until absolutely no pink remains visible.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the fully cooked meat and stir thoroughly.
Pour the beef broth directly into the skillet and let the mixture bubble gently until thickened.
Spoon the warm filling into tortillas and top with lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store the cooled meat mixture in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Keep toppings separate to maintain freshness.

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