Soft Tacos

Elevate your taco night with these irresistible Soft Tacos, a quick and easy recipe that's bursting with bold, savory flavors! Featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef infused with smoky paprika, chili powder, and cumin, these homemade tacos are layered with fresh, vibrant toppings like shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy cheddar cheese. Nestled in warm, pillowy flour tortillas and finished with a dollop of tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, every bite is a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this family-friendly dinner is perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings. Don’t forget the lime wedges for a zesty finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 8 pieces Soft flour tortillas
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Water
• 2 cups, shredded Lettuce
• 1 large, diced Tomato
• 1 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup, chopped Cilantro
• 1 medium, cut into wedges Lime

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and tomato paste.

Step 6

Add the water to the skillet to help distribute the seasoning evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds on each side or wrap them in foil and warm them in a 180°C (350°F) oven for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Assemble the tacos by layering the seasoned ground beef onto each tortilla, then topping with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.

Step 9

Serve with lime wedges on the side for added freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1310g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3004.8

Total Fat 167.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 425.7mg	0%
Sodium 6652.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 142.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1047.4mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 2374.1mg	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: 18.9%

Carbs: 31.2%