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Four golden, crispy corn tortillas stuffed with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, diced red onion, pico de gallo, and fresh cilantro, served on a gray plate with a side of creamy green avocado sauce and a lime wedge.

Crispy Ground Beef Tacos

Crunchy, golden tortillas filled with perfectly seasoned beef and fresh toppings—an easy, delicious taco-night favorite!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 tacos
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup beef broth or water
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 large tomato diced
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • fresh cilantro chopped
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Small Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, then add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and let the mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 20–30 seconds on each side, or until pliable.
  6. Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of the seasoned beef mixture, then fold gently.
  7. Heat a clean skillet with a light drizzle of oil and place the filled tacos inside. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until crisp and golden.
  8. Remove from the skillet and let rest briefly so they stay crunchy.
  9. Stuff the tacos with shredded lettuce, cheese, tomato, avocado, and cilantro.
  10. Serve immediately with lime wedges for extra brightness.