Tex Mex Beef Tacos

Dive into flavor-packed Tex Mex Beef Tacos, a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner that's bursting with bold, southwestern flair. Juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef is sautéed with a medley of fragrant spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, then enriched with a hint of tomato paste for a robust, savory base. Served on warm corn or flour tortillas, these tacos are a customizable feast, piled high with crisp shredded lettuce, tangy diced tomatoes, melty cheddar cheese, and a dollop of creamy sour cream. Add a zing of freshness with chopped cilantro, crunchy sliced jalapeños, and a squeeze of lime for the ultimate taco experience. Ready in just 35 minutes, these hearty tacos are perfect for Taco Tuesday or any day you’re craving a taste of Tex Mex.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Water
• 8 pieces Corn or flour tortillas
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup Sliced jalapeños
• 2 whole Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into crumbles, until browned and fully cooked.

Step 5

Drain any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat the beef.

Step 7

Add the tomato paste and water to the skillet. Stir well and let the mixture cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.

Step 9

Assemble the tacos by spooning the seasoned beef mixture into each tortilla.

Step 10

Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapeños as desired.

Step 11

Serve with lime wedges on the side for added zest.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1558.8 grams (1558.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2407

Total Fat 161.40g	207%
Saturated Fat 74.80g	374%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 4459mg	194%
Total Carbohydrate 139.10g	51%
Dietary Fiber 24.90g	89%
Total Sugars 26.00g
Protein 127.60g	255%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1412mg	109%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 2973mg	63%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 22.1%