Quick Beef Tacos Tortillas (Print Version)
Seasoned ground beef served in soft tortillas, loaded with favorite toppings for a fast, tasty meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main
01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 packet taco seasoning mix
03 - 8 small flour tortillas
→ Toppings
04 - Shredded lettuce
05 - Shredded cheese
06 - Salsa
07 - Sour cream
# Steps to Follow:
01 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until fully browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Stir in the taco seasoning along with 2/3 cup water. Simmer uncovered for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened.
03 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 20–30 seconds per side or until warm and pliable.
04 - Spoon seasoned beef evenly onto warm tortillas. Top with shredded lettuce, cheese, salsa, and sour cream as desired.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in just twenty minutes
- Only needs a handful of pantry staples
- Perfect for family taco nights or rushed weeknights
- Customizable with whatever toppings you love
02 -
- Great source of protein
- Tacos are extremely kid friendly
- Easily doubled or tripled for a crowd
03 -
- Toast the tortillas briefly before serving to boost their flavor and prevent sogginess
- Drain excess fat from the beef after browning for a neater filling
- Let everyone assemble their own tacos for a fun family meal
- Keeping a stash of tortillas and ground beef in the freezer makes weeknight tacos possible anytime you need a win in the kitchen