The perfect weeknight tacos have arrived.
Mmmm, tacos – one of lifes great wonders. I love a good fish taco, but if I want deliciously healthy tacos mid week, I’m all about minced beef. It’s quick and simple to cook and this recipe only takes 30 minutes. Amazing!
One big mistake people make when they’re cooking with minced beef is that they don’t brown it before the get into the real cooking. This makes it taste like it’s been boiled, so you can find out how to cook minced beef so it tastes amazing every time. 
Spicy 30 Minute Mince Beef Tacos
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Omnivore
Description
Quick weeknight tacos with a fiery kick! Perfect for a casual dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 cups (237 ml) Vegetable Oil
- 1 lbs (454 g) minced beef
- 6 tortillas
- 1 avocado
- 2 spring onions
- 3 radishes
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 tsp Mexican spice blend
- 4 tbsp Sour Cream
- 1 lime
- Salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Trim the stem, white insides, and seeds from the red pepper; slice into thin strips.
- Chop the ends off the spring onions and slice thinly, keeping the green and white parts separate.
- Slice the limes into quarters and the radishes thinly.
- Halve, pit, and scoop the flesh from the avocado. Mash in a bowl with 1 tbsp of the green spring onions and a squeeze of lime. Season with salt and pepper and mash until smooth.
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Brown the meat. Add bell pepper and cook, tossing, until softened and lightly charred (5-6 minutes). Stir in scallion whites and cook until softened (1 minute). Season with salt and pepper and add Mexican spice mix.
- While the beef cooks, cover the tortillas in foil and cook in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven, keeping them wrapped until ready to serve.
- Spread the avocado mixture evenly on the tortillas. Top each with beef mixture, radishes, a dollop of sour cream, and the remaining scallion greens. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use ground chuck instead of lean ground beef.
- To prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy, warm them only just before serving.
- Leftover beef can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and used in other dishes like burritos or quesadillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70
Happy Taco-ing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to ensure the minced beef is properly browned for the tacos?
Make sure to cook the minced beef over medium-high heat and break it apart with a spatula as it cooks, allowing it to brown evenly without steaming.
Can I use a different type of meat instead of minced beef in this taco recipe?
Yes, you can substitute minced beef with chicken, pork, or turkey, but be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly to ensure it’s fully cooked.
What toppings are recommended to complement the spicy flavor of the minced beef?
Consider using toppings like avocado, sour cream, or fresh cilantro to balance the heat, along with traditional options like diced tomatoes and shredded lettuce.
