How to Make Tacos with Ground Beef

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    6 tacos

  • Calories

    305 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

How to Make Tacos with Ground Beef

Ground Beef Tacos are a tasty recipe that makes a great meal for the whole family. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!

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Ingredients

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Taco Seasoning

  • 1/4 cup mild chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional

For Taco Meat

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2/3 cups water
  • 6 taco shells
  • toppings
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Instructions

  1. Mix taco seasoning ingredients together. This makes about 1/2 cup of seasoning. You will only use 3 tablespoons of the mix and you can save the rest for later. It has a shelf life of about a year.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. Drain off excess grease.
  3. Add 3 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 2/3 cup water. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add ground beef to taco shells.
  5. Top with your favorite taco toppings and serve.

Notes

  • Nutrition Facts do not include toppings

Nutrition Information

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Calories 305kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 54mg (18%) Sodium 1426mg (59%) Potassium 509mg (15%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 3345IU (67%) Vitamin C 0.4mg (0%) Calcium 92mg (9%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6tacos

Amount Per Serving

Calories 305 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 305kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 1426mg 59%
Potassium 509mg 11%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 3345IU 67%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0%
Calcium 92mg 9%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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