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Proven way to grow beef tacos with 3 toppings.Beef Tacos

This recipe provides a simple yet effective method for preparing delicious beef tacos with three classic toppings: onions, cilantro, and Cotija cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 12 corn tortillas
Toppings
  • 0.5 cup onion diced
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
  • 0.5 cup Cotija cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, then drain any excess fat.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning and water according to package directions, and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable, about 15-30 seconds per tortilla.
Assembly
  1. Fill each warm tortilla with a generous spoonful of the seasoned ground beef.
  2. Top each taco with diced onions, fresh cilantro, and crumbled Cotija cheese.
Serving
  1. Serve the beef tacos immediately and enjoy your delicious meal.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lime juice and a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the tacos.