These Maple Soy Glazed Beef Tacos are a delicious twist on traditional tacos, combining sweet and savory flavors that enhance the beef. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.
Delicious Maple Soy Glazed Beef Tacos
The beef is marinated in a flavorful maple soy glaze, then cooked to perfection and served in warm tortillas. This recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a great option for taco night.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Marinate the Beef: Add ground beef to the marinade, mixing well to coat. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the marinated beef until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the beef is cooking, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a portion of the cooked beef onto each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 20g