San Antonio Tacos
Discover the bold and zesty flavors of San Antonio Tacos, a delicious homage to Tex-Mex cuisine that's perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. This quick and easy recipe features perfectly seasoned ground beef infused with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a splash of fresh lime juice for a tangy kick. Nestled in warm corn tortillas, these tacos are piled high with shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, gooey melted cheese, a dollop of creamy sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, these homemade tacos are a crowd-pleaser that celebrates simplicity and flavor. Serve them with lime wedges for an extra burst of freshness! Ideal keywords: Tex-Mex tacos, San Antonio-style tacos, easy taco recipe, homemade ground beef tacos.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 8 pieces Corn tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
Instructions
Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes, and drain any excess fat.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly coat the beef with the spices.
Add the fresh lime juice to the beef mixture and stir. Let simmer on low heat for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or wrap them in foil and place in a warm oven for 5 minutes.
Assemble the tacos by adding a generous spoonful of the beef mixture to each tortilla.
Top with shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 816 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 603 mg | 13% | |
*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.
