Description
Learn how to make delicious Spicy Beef Tacos with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for Taco Tuesdays or any day of the week!
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 onions, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) chili powder
- 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) cumin
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 lb. (680 g) lean ground beef
- salt and pepper
- 4 oz. (113 g) can green chilies
- 2 cups (480 ml) homemade salsa
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) hot sauce
- 12 hard taco shells
- cheddar cheese, lettuce, and sour cream for topping
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a large frying pan on medium-high flame. Toss in the chopped onion and sauté, stirring once in a while, for about 4 minutes. Introduce the bell pepper pieces and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Incorporate the Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and crushed garlic. Blend thoroughly and let it cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the minced beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook, breaking the meat apart, for 5 minutes or until it loses its pink color.
- Stir in the green chilies, homemade salsa, and hot sauce. Allow the mixture to gently bubble.
- Lower the heat and let it cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
- To serve, stuff the taco shells with the beef mixture and garnish with cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, and sour cream.
Notes
- Try boosting the spiciness by incorporating a dash of cayenne pepper into the seasoning blend.
- Opt for lean ground beef to minimize excess oil in the taco filling.
- Experiment with various toppings such as diced tomatoes, avocado, or jalapeños to personalize your tacos.
