Throw together this easy Tex-Mex meal in mere minutes. Top individual servings with your favorite taco toppings.
8 flour tortillas
2 tablespoons diced onion
1 pound ground beef
1 package taco seasoning mix
3 tablespoons water
1 tomato
1/4 head lettuce
1 cup shredded Mexican-style Cheddar cheese
salsa (optional)
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Wrap tortillas in foil and heat while meat is cooking.
Preheat saute pan on medium-high for 2-3 minutes. Place onions and crumbled ground round into pan, breaking into small pieces as it browns. Continue to cook until browned.
Drain liquid from pan. Add seasoning mixture and water; simmer for 5-10 minutes on low heat.
While meat is cooking, chop tomato and shred lettuce.
Remove tortillas from oven. Assemble tacos, filling each with a portion of beef. Top each with cheese, lettuce, tomato and salsa (if desired).
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Warm the tortillas on a skillet for a few seconds on each side for added flavor and flexibility.
For a healthier version, use lean ground beef or ground chicken.
Drain the cooked ground beef well to remove excess grease for a less greasy filling.
Serve with a variety of salsas, from mild to spicy, to cater to different tastes.
Layer the cheese right on the hot meat to allow it to melt slightly.
Use freshly chopped tomatoes and lettuce for the best flavor.
If using salsa, drain it a little if it contains a lot of liquid to keep the tacos from becoming soggy.
Set up a taco bar with all the toppings and let everyone build their own tacos.
Serve with sides like Mexican rice, beans, or street corn.
Yes, you can substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or even a plant-based meat alternative.
Gluten-free flour tortillas are available, or you can use corn tortillas as an alternative.
Yes, you can make a blend using chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, and salt or using one of these recipes.
Add chopped jalapenos, extra chili powder, or hot sauce (or salsa) to the beef mixture for more heat.
Other toppings can include sour cream, guacamole, sliced olives, or chopped cilantro.
Store the leftover taco filling in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or in the microwave. The meat mixture also freezes well. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
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