This Cumin Spiced Beef Tacos Recipe is a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. With a blend of spices, including cumin, these tacos deliver a delicious taste that pairs well with fresh toppings.
The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings like salsa, avocado, and cheese, making it a versatile option for taco night.
Easy Cumin Spiced Beef Tacos Recipe
These tacos feature seasoned ground beef cooked with cumin and other spices, served in warm tortillas. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, chopped cilantro, avocado, cheese, and salsa
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add Spices: Stir in the ground beef, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 5-7 minutes).
- Warm the Tortillas: While the beef cooks, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the seasoned beef mixture into each tortilla, then top with your choice of diced tomatoes, lettuce, cilantro, avocado, cheese, and salsa.
- Serve: Enjoy the tacos immediately while warm, accompanied by your favorite sides.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 300kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g