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Close-up of three flavorful beef tacos generously filled with meat and toppings

Quick way to grow perfect 3 Beef Tacos

These beef tacos are quick to prepare and perfect for a weeknight meal. Featuring seasoned ground beef and your favorite toppings, they are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 tacos
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Taco Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 12 taco shells
  • lettuce shredded
  • tomatoes diced
  • shredded cheese

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • spatula
  • serving plates

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, then drain any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, bringing the mixture to a simmer and cooking until the liquid has reduced.
  3. Warm the taco shells according to package directions, then fill each shell with the seasoned beef.
  4. Top the tacos with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese, or your preferred toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of chili powder or cumin to the beef. You can also customize your tacos with toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.