Description
Flavor-packed beef tacos that blend Southern comfort with Austin flair. Perfect for weeknights, gatherings, or Taco Tuesdays—this recipe is easy, juicy, and bold.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1/2 onion, diced finely
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp tomato paste (optional)
1 tsp chipotle in adobo (optional)
Soft or crunchy tortillas
Lime wedges, for garnish
Optional toppings: smashed avocado, pickled red onions, crumbled queso fresco, cilantro
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add onions, cook for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Add ground beef and brown thoroughly, breaking it down evenly.
5. Drain excess fat, then stir in spices, chipotle, and tomato paste.
6. Cook 3–4 minutes more until glistening and aromatic.
7. Warm tortillas on a dry pan, 30 seconds per side.
8. Build tacos with beef, toppings, and herbs.
9. Serve with lime wedges and enjoy.
Notes
Use 80/20 ground beef for the juiciest results.
Toast tortillas for added flavor depth.
Pickled red onions add a perfect tangy contrast.
Try this base for Korean-inspired or chili-mac tacos too.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: beef tacos, ground beef, easy dinner, taco night, comfort food