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Ground Beef Tacos

Name: Ground Beef Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb lean ground beef; 2 tsp chili powder; 2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp oregano; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1/2 cup water; 8 corn or flour tortillas; Lettuce, finely chopped; Shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese; Tomatoes, chopped; Red onions, chopped

Seasoned ground beef kissed with cumin, chili powder, and oregano comes together in just 25 minutes for crispy-bottomed taco shells bursting with savory flavor. The warm spices create an irresistible depth that keeps everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need satisfying comfort food fast.

Prep

15 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

25 minutes

Serves

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1
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any fat.
2
Add the chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, tomato paste, and water. Stir to combine and continue cooking over medium-low heat until the sauce has thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
3
Serve warm over tortillas with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and red onions, or your other desired toppings.

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