Description
Cozy and crunchy tacos filled with spiced ground beef, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt, adjusted to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/3 cup beef broth or water
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil for brushing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
- Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, and a drizzle of crema or yogurt
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
- Stir in the diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Mix in tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in beef broth and simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Brush both sides of each tortilla lightly with oil. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the beef mixture down the center of each tortilla and sprinkle with cheese.
- Fold tortillas in half and place on the baking sheet so the seam is down. Bake 10–12 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until edges are golden and crisp.
- Transfer tacos to a platter and add toppings: lettuce, tomato, cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and a dollop of crema.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
Don’t overfill the shells and brush oil evenly for crispiness. Make ahead by cooking the beef filling a day early.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican