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Beef Tacos

Simple, fresh beef tacos with seasoned ground beef, corn tortillas, and bright toppings of tomato, onion, cilantro, and lime.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
24g
Beef Tacos
casualquickMexicanbeeftendercrumblyweeknightfamily meal

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Brown ground beef, breaking it apart, until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Season beef with salt, pepper, and water; simmer for 2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or over a flame until pliable.

  5. Step 5

    Dice tomato and onion; chop cilantro and cut lime into wedges.

  6. Step 6

    Fill each tortilla with seasoned beef and desired toppings.

  7. Step 7

    Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • tongs

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