Easy, flavorful, and endlessly customizable, these tacos are perfect for feeding a crowd or prepping ahead for your next adventure. Each serving is protein-packed and made of all whole foods, including nutrient-rich masa corn tortillas, which are lower in carbohydrate than traditional flour tortillas.
Ingredients
For the taco meat
2 tsp butter or beef tallow
2 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2-4 Tbsp taco Seasoning, or more to taste
For the taco seasoning
1 c chili powder
½ c cumin
¼ c sea salt
3 Tbsp black pepper
2 Tbsp paprika
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 Tbsp oregano
Cayenne pepper to taste, optional
Per taco
2 oz cooked ground beef mixture
1 oz shredded cheese
Taco shell or tortilla of choice
Optional toppings: roasted corn, jalapeños, pickled onions, fresh cilantro, or your favorites
Instructions
Make the taco seasoning. Combine the chili powder, cumin, sea salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and optional cayenne in a bowl. Mix well and transfer to an airtight container. Store the extra seasoning so it’s ready for your next taco night.
Cook the vegetables. Heat the butter or beef tallow in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green pepper and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
Brown the beef. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart as it cooks and continue cooking until no pink remains. Drain any excess liquid.
Season. Add 2-4 tablespoons of the homemade taco seasoning, adjusting the amount to your taste. Stir until the beef and vegetables are evenly coated.
Build your tacos. Add 2 ounces of the cooked beef mixture and 1 ounce of shredded cheese to each taco. Finish with roasted corn, jalapeños, pickled onions, cilantro, or whatever toppings you love.
Road-trip tip: Make the beef mixture ahead of time and pack it separately from your tortillas and toppings for quick, easy tacos wherever the road takes you.