Open Faced Southwestern Beef
Get ready to spice up your dinner table with this bold and hearty recipe for Open Faced Southwestern Beef! Perfectly seasoned ground beef, infused with smoky cumin, chili powder, and paprika, takes center stage atop warm, toasted corn tortillas. Each bite is layered with vibrant southwestern flavors, from creamy sliced avocado and juicy cherry tomatoes to crisp shredded lettuce and a zesty lime crema. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick, this dish is as colorful as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and satisfying recipe makes a fantastic weeknight dinner or a fun alternative to traditional tacos. Perfect for fans of Tex-Mex cuisine, this recipe is sure to become a new family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
- 2 Avocados, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 Corn tortillas
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 Lime, juiced
- 1 cup Shredded lettuce
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 more minutes until the spices are fragrant.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream and lime juice to create the lime crema. Set aside.
Lightly toast the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or on a griddle over medium heat until warm and slightly crispy.
To assemble, place a toasted tortilla on each plate. Top with a layer of shredded lettuce, followed by the cooked beef mixture.
Add a few slices of avocado and a handful of halved cherry tomatoes on top of the beef.
Drizzle with the lime crema and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
If using, add a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Open Faced Southwestern Beef!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.2 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 439 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 2296 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.5 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.4 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 115.8 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 825 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3543 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
