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A plate of savory beef tacos with fresh toppings.

Proven way to grow 10 Tasty Beef Tacos

Whip up a batch of delicious and savory beef tacos perfect for a family meal or a fun gathering. This proven recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, making taco night a surefire hit.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 10 tacos
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 Taco Seasoning (1 oz) packet
  • 0.5 cup Water
  • 10 Taco Shells (hard or soft)

Toppings

  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Lettuce shredded
  • 1 Tomato diced
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream
  • 0.5 cup Salsa

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula, then drain any excess grease.
  • Add taco seasoning and water to the cooked beef, stir well, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5-7 minutes to thicken.
  • Prepare your taco shells according to package directions, warming them in the oven or microwave.
  • Assemble the tacos by spooning seasoned beef into each warm shell, then topping with shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomato, sour cream, and salsa.

Notes

For extra crunch, toast your hard taco shells in the oven or air fryer before filling. Consider adding a squeeze of lime juice for a fresh citrus kick.