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Golden brown seasoned ground beef in crunchy taco shells with lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes.

Ground Beef Tacos

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup wate r
  • 8 corn taco shells or small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced Roma tomatoes

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef while breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula until fully browned (approximately 7 to 10 minutes).
  • Drain the rendered fat from the skillet.
  • Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the beef and stir to coat evenly.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce and water. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid has thickened and the meat is moist.
  • Warm the taco shells in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
  • Assemble the tacos by portioning the beef mixture into the shells and topping with shredded lettuce, cheese, and diced tomatoes.