Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (454g) Ground Beef (at least 80/20 for flavour)
  • 1 Medium Yellow Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional, for a kick)
  • 1 (15 oz/425g) can Diced Tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Beef Broth (or Water)
  • 1 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste
  • 12 Corn or Flour Tortillas (6-inch)
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • Shredded Lettuce
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
  • Salsa
  • Guacamole
  • Pickled Jalapeños
  • Chopped Cilantro

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to bloom the spices.
  4. Add diced tomatoes (undrained), beef broth, tomato paste, and oregano to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. While the beef simmers, warm tortillas according to package directions (microwave, oven, or skillet).
  7. Fill each tortilla with the ground beef mixture and your desired toppings.
  8. Serve the tacos while they're hot and enjoy!