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Classic Mexican Tacos

Delicious and authentic Mexican tacos filled with seasoned meat, fresh vegetables, and zesty toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Taco Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup water
Taco Assembly
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Taco Filling
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
  2. Drain excess fat, then add cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and water.
  3. Stir well and simmer for 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  2. Place a portion of the taco filling on each tortilla.
  3. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings according to your preference.

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