Beef Tacos

Ingredients:
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeno chile, minced
  • 1 Tbs. canola oil
  • Coarse salt and ground pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbs. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 can (14.5oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
  • 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
  • Optional Toppings: cilantro, iceberg lettuce, diced jalapenos, pickled jalapenos, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream
  • Pico de Gallo, optional
  • Guacamole, optional
Instructions:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and jalapeno; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 4 to 5 minutes.

Add garlic, chili powder, and cumin to skillet; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add beef; cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.

Meanwhile, warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or directly over a gas burner, about 30 seconds on each side. At the table, fill tortillas with beef mixture and desired garnishes.


Date Added:November 19, 2015
Classification:Beef Main Dishes
Source:Everyday Food
Meal:Dinner
Course:Main Course
Preparation:

Stovetop

Notes:

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