Chilli Beef Tacos

Dive into bold, vibrant flavors with these irresistible Chilli Beef Tacos! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef with aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, all simmered with juicy diced tomatoes and hearty red kidney beans for a flavorful, hearty filling. Served in warm soft taco shells, these tacos are topped with crisp lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, melty shredded cheese, and a dollop of tangy sour cream, then garnished with fresh cilantro and zesty lime wedges. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun taco night. Bursting with texture and spice, these tacos are a delicious hit every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon chilli powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces soft taco shells
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 pieces lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, chilli powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes and red kidney beans. Stir until well combined and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken.

Step 7

Meanwhile, warm the taco shells according to package instructions.

Step 8

To assemble the tacos, fill each shell with a generous spoonful of the chilli beef mixture.

Step 9

Top with shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty finish. Enjoy your Chilli Beef Tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2290.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3649.4

Total Fat 209.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 517.4mg	0%
Sodium 7009.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 299.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.7g	0%
Total Sugars 43.3g
Protein 173.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1676.7mg	0%
Iron 33.7mg	0%
Potassium 4455.3mg	0%

*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: 49.9%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 31.7%