Dave's Tacos
Get ready to elevate your taco night with "Dave's Tacos," a quick and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Featuring a savory mix of seasoned ground beef (or your choice of ground chicken or turkey), these tacos are spiced to perfection with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, then simmered with tomato paste for a rich, bold flavor. Topped with fresh shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and a dollop of creamy sour cream, each taco is a balance of hearty and fresh. Serve them in warm flour or corn tortillas with lime wedges for a zesty twist, and don’t forget to sprinkle on some fragrant cilantro for an extra pop of flavor. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, these tacos are a family-friendly favorite that's as easy as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or substitute ground chicken/turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 0.25 cup water
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up into small crumbles, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Step 2
Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Step 3
Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the beef mixture. Stir well to coat evenly.
Step 4
Add the tomato paste and water to the skillet. Mix thoroughly and let the mixture simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Step 5
While the beef is simmering, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or wrap them in damp paper towels and microwave for 20-30 seconds until pliable.
Step 6
Assemble the tacos by spooning the seasoned beef mixture onto each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro if desired.
Step 7
Serve the tacos with lime wedges for squeezing on top. Enjoy your homemade Dave's Tacos!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1556.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2415.9 |
| Total Fat 158.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 76.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 541.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2848.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 143.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.8g | |
| Protein 129.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1451.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2936.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories