Spicy Beef Tacos
Bring bold flavors to your table with these irresistible Spicy Beef Tacos, a quick and satisfying dinner option perfect for taco night! Featuring juicy, seasoned ground beef infused with smoky paprika, zesty cumin, and a kick of cayenne, this recipe strikes a perfect balance of heat and savoriness. The filling is complemented by a vibrant medley of toppings, including crisp shredded lettuce, tangy sour cream, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro, all tucked into warm tortillas. Add a squeeze of fresh lime and a few jalapeño slices for an extra burst of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, these tacos are a crowd-pleaser that combine easy prep with authentic Tex-Mex flair. Perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back gatherings, this recipe will satisfy all your cravings for spicy, savory goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup sliced jalapeños
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return it to the heat.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the beef mixture is simmering, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Assemble the tacos by layering the cooked beef mixture onto each tortilla.
Top with shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cilantro.
Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.3 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.6 g | 333% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 422 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 4795 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.8 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 140.7 g | 281% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1352 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 1971 mg | 42% | |
*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.
