Tiajuana Tacos

Take your taco night to the next level with these bold and irresistibly flavorful Tiajuana Tacos! Featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef infused with aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, this recipe is a fiesta of flavors wrapped in tender, toasty corn tortillas. Topped with vibrant cilantro, crisp radishes, creamy crumbled cotija cheese, and a fresh squeeze of lime, these tacos strike the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and crunchy. Ready in just 35 minutes, they are an effortless yet satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Customize your tacos with a drizzle of hot sauce, and serve them fresh for a crowd-pleasing dinner everyone will love. Keywords: Tiajuana Tacos, easy taco recipe, ground beef tacos, authentic taco toppings, weeknight dinner ideas, quick Mexican recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 cup white onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 8 pieces corn tortillas
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 3 pieces radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 piece lime, cut into wedges
• 0.25 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
• 0 hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the ground beef evenly with the spices.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the beef mixture simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or wrap them in aluminum foil and heat them in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Assemble the tacos by spooning the seasoned beef mixture onto the center of each tortilla.

Step 8

Top each taco with chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, crumbled cotija cheese, and a squeeze of fresh lime.

Step 9

Serve immediately with hot sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1185.9 grams (1185.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2343

Total Fat 126.30g	162%
Saturated Fat 48.80g	244%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 365mg	122%
Sodium 2619mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 200.40g	73%
Dietary Fiber 33.20g	119%
Total Sugars 9.40g
Protein 118.50g	237%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 793mg	61%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 2240mg	48%

*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: 47.1%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 33.2%