Best 20 Beef Tacos Recipes

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Are you craving a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines bold flavors with a touch of Tex-Mex flair? Look no further! Beef tacos are a culinary delight that tantalize taste buds and bring people together. With an array of mouthwatering fillings, zesty salsas, and fresh toppings, beef tacos offer a customizable dining experience that caters to diverse preferences. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the art of crafting the perfect beef tacos, ensuring an unforgettable taste sensation with every bite.

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BIRRIA DE RES TACOS (BEEF BIRRIA TACOS)



Birria de Res Tacos (Beef Birria Tacos) image

Authentic Mexican birria tacos, Jalisco-style, made with braised beef roasted in a fragrant 3-chile sauce with a delicious spice mix.

Provided by gem

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 4h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 dried guajillo chile peppers, seeded
2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
4 dried chile de arbol peppers, stemmed and seeded
4 pounds beef chuck roast
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
4 Roma tomatoes
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
4 whole cloves
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground cumin
1 pinch ground thyme
1 pinch dried marjoram
1 pinch dried oregano
18 corn tortillas
1 large white onion, finely chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Fill a pot with water and bring to a boil. Add guajillo, ancho, and arbol chile peppers; boil for 5 minutes. Remove pot from heat and allow peppers to soak until cool. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the water.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Rinse meat and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Line a heavy cast-iron grill pan or griddle with aluminum foil and place over high heat. Arrange tomatoes in a single layer on top. Grill until tomato skin is burned on all sides and begins to peel, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Combine soaked chile peppers, cooked tomatoes, vinegar, garlic, 2 teaspoons black pepper, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, thyme, marjoram, oregano, and salt to taste in a blender. Pour in reserved 1/4 cup of chile water; blend until smooth.
  • Strain chile sauce through a mesh strainer and pour over the browned meat in the Dutch oven, turning roast so it is completely covered with sauce. Cover the Dutch oven and place in the preheated oven.
  • Bake, basting meat every 45 minutes with the sauce, until birria begins to fall apart, 3 to 4 hours. Remove lid and bake uncovered until birria is crispy on top, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven, cover with 2 layers of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, warm tortillas on a griddle. Fill each tortilla with birria and top with chopped onion and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 739.3 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 137.5 mg, Fat 37 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 44.1 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 165.7 mg, Sugar 3 g

BEEF BRISKET TACOS



Beef Brisket Tacos image

Birthday parties back home were big gatherings of cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents and anyone else we considered family. As soon as guests arrived, hot pans of shredded brisket, or carne deshebrada, appeared, along with frijoles, tostadas, salsas and huge bowls of salad. Brisket was the dish we always counted on because it could be made in the oven or a slow cooker. -Yvette Marquez, Littleton, Colorado Muy Bueno Recipes + Stories

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer
1 cup brisket marinade sauce or liquid smoke plus 1 tablespoon salt
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 fresh beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds), fat trimmed
20 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Shredded cheddar cheese, lime wedges, media crema table cream, fresh cilantro leaves, thinly sliced green onions, jalapeno slices and salsa, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add brisket; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate overnight., Transfer brisket and marinade to a 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until tender, 8-10 hours. Remove meat; discard bay leaves. Reserve juices in slow cooker. When cool enough to handle, shred meat with two forks. Return to slow cooker., Using tongs, serve shredded brisket in tortillas. Add toppings as desired., Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 947mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

SIMPLE SLOW-COOKED KOREAN BEEF SOFT TACOS



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This recipe was handed down to me by a Korean friend. So full of flavor! I wanted to share it with you all. I did tweak it a little to add more spice. Feel free to tweak it yourself!

Provided by jasminsheree

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Korean

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast, trimmed
½ onion, diced
½ cup dark brown sugar
⅓ cup soy sauce
10 cloves garlic
1 jalapeno pepper, diced
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and grated
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
16 (6 inch) corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Put chuck roast into the crock of a slow cooker; add onion, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, jalapeno pepper, ginger root, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook on High for 8 hours (or on Low for 10 hours). Shred meat with a pair of forks and stir into the liquid in the slow cooker.
  • Serve with corn tortillas and your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 77.5 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 696.9 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

BEEF SOFT TACOS



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Make and share this Beef Soft Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by John Clotfelter

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried onion flakes
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 dash garlic powder
1 dash onion powder
1/4 cup water
5 small tortillas
lettuce
shredded cheese
sour cream
tomatoes, diced

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl combine the beef with the flour, salt, minced onion, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder and onion powder Use your hands to mix evenly.
  • Heat skillet to med/low heat.
  • Add beef mixture and water to the pan.
  • Brown the beef, breaking it up as it cooks.
  • Heat the tortillas in the microwave, wrapped in damp paper towels.
  • Spread meat into tortillas, top with cheese, tomatoes, lettuce and sour cream.

SLOW COOKER BARBACOA-STYLE BEEF TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Slow Cooker Barbacoa-Style Beef Tacos Recipe by Tasty image

These aren't your average beef tacos. Made with succulent beef chuck roast slow-cooked over eight hours in a blend of chipotles and herbs, this dish will be a crowd pleaser at every family dinner or potluck. If you somehow have any leftover barbacoa, toss it into your next salad or serve it with a side of rice and beans.

Provided by Scott Loitsch

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 lb beef chuck roast
pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
oil, a drizzle
4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 teaspoons dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
½ cup beef broth
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup fresh lime juice
3 bay leaves
flour tortilla, or corn tortillas
rice, cooked
pico de gallo
shredded cheese
sour cream
guacamole
fresh cilantro leaf
avocado, sliced

Steps:

  • Cut the beef into 6-8 large chunks. Season all over with pepper and salt.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef, in batches if necessary, on all sides, until browned. Transfer the seared meat to a slow cooker.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the chipotles, garlic, cumin, oregano, cloves, salt, pepper, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and lime juice. Mix well.
  • Pour the marinade over the beef in the slow cooker and add the bay leaves. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, until the meat can be shredded easily.
  • Remove and discard the bay leaves. Remove and shred the beef, then return to the slow cooker to marinate in the sauce for at least 10 more minutes, or until ready to serve.
  • To serve, add the shredded beef to your choice of tortillas with your favorite toppings.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 54 grams, Sugar 1 gram

NO FUSS SHREDDED BEEF TACOS



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This recipe was created for a Cinco De Mayo work potluck taco bar that was a big hit. The coffee in the recipe adds a hint of smokiness and assists with tenderizing the meat as it cooks. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings. For less heat, omit jalapenos.

Provided by rknotthere

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 6h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large yellow onion, sliced into thin rings
1 (3 pound) boneless beef chuck roast, trimmed
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chili-seasoned diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 cup cold coffee
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
2 jalapeno peppers, sliced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Layer half the onion rings into the bottom of a slow cooker. Place chuck roast on top of onions.
  • Pour diced tomatoes, beef broth, and coffee into the cooker over the roast; stir in diced green chiles, jalapeno peppers, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Spread remaining onion rings over the mixture.
  • Cover the cooker and cook on Low until beef is very tender, 6 to 10 hours.
  • Transfer chuck roast to a bowl and shred meat. Return meat to sauce. Remove onions and serve with meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 38.7 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 376.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

BEEF TACOS



Beef Tacos image

Beef tacos are fun to put together and delicious to eat. Fill the tortillas with lettuce and beef, then each person can add his or her favorite toppings.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno chile, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pound ground beef
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juice
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
Optional Toppings: cilantro, iceberg lettuce, diced jalapenos, pickled jalapenos, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream
Pico de Gallo, optional
Guacamole, optional

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and jalapeno; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic, chili powder, and cumin to skillet; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add beef; cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
  • Meanwhile, warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or directly over a gas burner, about 30 seconds on each side. At the table, fill tortillas with beef mixture and desired garnishes.

SPICY GROUND BEEF TACOS



Spicy Ground Beef Tacos image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 white or yellow onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 15-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce
12 hard taco shells
Shredded iceberg lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese and/or pickled jalapenos, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 minutes. Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, coriander, paprika, oregano and garlic powder; cook, stirring, until the onion is coated, about 1 minute.
  • Add the beef, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, hot sauce and 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the juices are slightly thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, warm the taco shells as the label directs. Fill with the beef mixture and top with lettuce, cheese and/or pickled jalapenos.

GROUND BEEF FOR TACOS



Ground Beef for Tacos image

Very quick and easy way to make meat for tacos, or served over rice. My husband loved this -- it was a last minute meal idea!!! Enjoy!!

Provided by JMK

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, diced
½ cup ketchup
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
⅔ cup cold water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with onion; drain fat.
  • Stir in ketchup, taco seasoning, and cold water. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1060.2 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

DELICIOUS BEEF TONGUE TACOS



Delicious Beef Tongue Tacos image

This is a really mouth-watering way of making tongue. It practically melts in your mouth. Enjoy!

Provided by Mama Rivas aka Pablo's Hottie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 8h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 beef tongue
½ white onion, sliced
5 cloves garlic, crushed
1 bay leaf
salt to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 Roma tomatoes
5 serrano peppers
salt to taste
½ onion, diced
2 (10 ounce) packages corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Place the beef tongue in a slow cooker and cover with water. Add the onion slices, garlic, and bay leaf. Season with salt. Cover and cook on Low overnight or 8 hours. Remove the tongue and shred the meat into strands.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the tomatoes and peppers in the hot oil until softened on all sides. Remove the tomatoes and peppers in a blender, keeping the oil on the heat; season with salt. Blend briefly until still slightly chunky. Cook the diced onion in the skillet until translucent; stir in the tomato mixture. Cook another 5 to 6 minutes. Build the tacos by placing shredded tongue meat into a tortilla and spooning salsa over the meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 65.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 46.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

BEEF AND POTATO TACOS



Beef and Potato Tacos image

These tacos are one of the most popular recipes on my blog. We made these by the hundreds for large dinners when I was in grade school. I can assure you that these are no ordinary taco. These are FRIED beef and potato tacos. After they're cooked, you have to throw on some cheddar cheese and let it melt into the taco meat. Very cheesilicious. Just in case you're wondering, they're fattening -- and oh-so-good!

Provided by Cooking Ventures

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium potato, very finely diced (Yukon Gold is recommended)
1 tablespoon oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 -1 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano, divided use
1 1/4 lbs ground beef
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided use (or 3/4 tsp table salt)
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided use
17 fajita-size flour tortillas (or about a dozen taco-size flour tortillas)
oil (for frying)
lettuce
tomatoes
freshly-grated cheddar cheese
sour cream
salsa

Steps:

  • Peel and very finely dice the potatoes. Russet potatoes (Idaho potatoes) can be used but are not recommended because they fall apart too easily. Put the diced potatoes in cold tap water to keep them from browning while you prepare the other ingredients.
  • Add 1 TBSP of oil to a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook one minute longer. Add the ground beef and break up the meat into small chunks. Add 1 tsp kosher salt (or ½ tsp table salt) and ½ tsp of black pepper. Brown the ground beef then drain. Using a potato masher, smash the ground beef into a very fine crumb. Drain and discard the water from the potatoes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the drained potatoes to the ground beef. Add ½ tsp kosher salt (1/4 tsp table salt), ¼ tsp black pepper, and 1 TBSP dried oregano. To bring out the flavor of the oregano, rub it between your fingers before adding it to the beef/potato mixture. Stir to combine. Add 2 TBSP of water to the beef mixture, cover, and very gently simmer for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, taste the meat mixture. The potatoes may not yet be fully cooked but you may need to adjust the seasoning. At this point, I normally add another ½ TBSP of oregano and little bit more salt and pepper. The meat mixture needs to be a little on the salty side and have a robust taste of oregano or the flavors will be very muted after frying the tacos. If the meat is sticking to the skillet or the mixture seems a little dry, add another tablespoon of water. Cover and continue to gently simmer for 5 minutes longer. Uncover, stir, remove from the heat, and allow to cool for a few minutes.
  • I, personally, like these tacos in taco-size flour tortillas. My mother prefers them in fajita-size tortillas, which are smaller. Before filling the tacos, you need to warm the tortillas enough to make them pliable. I normally brush 5 tortillas on one side very lightly with water then place them in a stack on a clean kitchen towel then wrap the towel around the tortillas. Microwave the tortillas for 25 seconds (about 5 seconds per tortilla). This does not cook the tortillas or make them tough but provides enough heat for them to become pliable. You should adjust the cooking time for your own microwave. You can also do this in the oven (but it's a lot easier in the microwave).
  • Place a warm tortilla in the palm of your hand and put a couple of spoonfuls of the meat mixture in the center of the tortilla. The tortilla should be comfortably full of meat but not overly full or you will not be able to close it properly. Be sure to re-cover the other tortillas with the kitchen towel so they stay warm. If you are using a taco-size tortilla, you will need 3 to 4 spoonfuls of the meat mixture per tortilla. Gently fold the tortilla into a half-moon shape and pin the edges with toothpicks. Place the filled tacos in a single layer on a sheet pan as you prepare them. When you run out of warm tortillas, you will need to heat more in the microwave (I always do 5 at-a-time so they stay warm).
  • At this point, the tacos can be frozen and fried at a later date. Simple put a single-layer of tacos on a sheet pan and freeze for about 1 hour. I cover each taco in plastic wrap then place the tacos in a freezer bag. Before frying, defrost them in microwave (about 15 seconds per taco) or allow them to defrost in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Heat several cups of oil (I prefer peanut oil) in a Dutch oven or electric fryer. The oil will need to be about 2 to 3 inches deep. Heat the oil to 350°F Depending on the size of your fryer, you should be able to get 2 to 3 tacos in the fryer at one time. You should not remove the toothpicks prior to frying. When frying, do not overlap the tacos. When they have browned on one side, flip them over and brown the other. It should only take a few minutes to brown both sides. When the tacos are deep brown, drain them upside-down on a rack to allow excess oil to drip out.
  • After they have drained for a minute or two, carefully pull out the toothpicks (I use my fingers but needle-nose pliers do a good job for people with sensitive fingers). Fill the tacos with your choice of toppings.
  • *Some brands of flour tortillas are thicker than others. Thicker tortillas work particularly well in this recipe. Thinner tortillas break apart too easily when eating them.

BAKED BEEF TACOS



Baked Beef Tacos image

This taco recipe takes classic taco ingredients and gives them a fresh approach by baking the shells upright in refried beans and tomatoes. The bottom gets soft, and the top stays crisp and crunchy. -Patricia Stagich, Elizabeth, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 envelope taco seasoning
2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chiles, divided
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional
12 taco shells
Chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and 1 can of undrained tomatoes; heat through., Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix beans, 1/2 cup cheese, cilantro, remaining can of undrained tomatoes and, if desired, pepper sauce. Spread onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Stand taco shells upright over bean mixture. Fill each with 1 tablespoon cheese and about 1/3 cup beef mixture. Bake, covered, 15 minutes., Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted and shells are lightly browned. Sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 836mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SLOW-COOKER PARTY BEEF TACOS



Slow-Cooker Party Beef Tacos image

Let your slow cooker bring the party with these layered beef tacos! We took everyone's favorite layered taco dip and thought: what if we put it on tacos? And with make-ahead instructions, it's safe to say this idea was genius. Your slow cooker keeps the seasoned beef mixture warm, so guests can fill tacos themselves without you running back and forth from the kitchen. Layer your 13x9 with lettuce, roasted corn, red bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, avocados, salsa and cheese, and guests will be able to add all their toppings in one go! Once everyone fills their Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ taco shells, the party can officially begin!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h25m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
2 large onions, chopped
2 packages (1 oz each) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 cup water
3 boxes (4.7 oz each) Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ taco shells
3 (11-oz.) cans whole kernel sweet corn, drained
1 (10-oz.) pkg. (5 1/2 cups) shredded lettuce
2 cups chopped red, yellow and/or green bell pepper
1/2 cup sliced green onions
2 cups chopped Italian plum tomatoes
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Salsa
8 oz. (2 cups) finely shredded Mexican cheese blend
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef in 2 batches. For first batch, spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray. Add half of the ground beef and 1 chopped onion. Cook over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain.
  • Stir in 1 package taco seasoning mix, 3/4 cup salsa and 1/2 cup water. Reduce heat to low; simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed.
  • Cool first batch of beef mixture 15 minutes. Spoon into refrigerator or freezer container; cover tightly. Repeat to make second batch. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 24 hours or freeze up to 1 week.
  • To serve immediately, place beef mixture in slow cooker; keep warm on Low setting. If beef mixture is frozen, thaw before heating. Place beef mixture in slow cooker; cover and cook on High setting for 1 hour or until hot. Reduce heat to Low to keep warm. To serve, spoon beef mixture into taco shells. Top with Layered Taco Toppings.
  • To make Layered Taco Toppings, heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Dry corn on paper towels; spread corn in sprayed pan. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Stir; bake an additional 10 minutes. Cool 5 minutes or until slightly cooled.
  • In ungreased 13x9-inch (3 quart) glass baking dish, layer lettuce, bell pepper, roasted corn, onions, tomatoes and avocado.
  • In small bowl, combine mayonnaise and salsa; mix well. Spread over vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro. Cover tightly; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 570 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

CRISPY BEEF TACOS



Crispy Beef Tacos image

These tacos are inspired by the beef machaca tacos from The Talpa Restaurant and Bar in Los Angeles, CA.

Provided by Claire Thomas : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h

Yield 10 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 24

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
Juice of 2 limes
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon guajillo chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 1/2 pound chuck roast, cut into 4-ounce portions
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups water
One 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon Mexican hot sauce, such as Tapatio or Cholula
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Ten 6-inch flour tortillas, warmed
Vegetable oil, for frying
Shredded Cheddar, for serving
Shredded iceberg lettuce, for serving
Wedged tomatoes, for serving

Steps:

  • For the marinade: Whisk the oil, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, chile powders, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, pepper, salt and thyme together in a large bowl. Add the beef, making sure every piece is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • For the machaca: Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Drain the beef, pat it dry and then sear in batches until browned on all sides. Remove to a plate. Add the water, tomatoes, cumin, oregano, hot sauce and some salt and pepper to the pot and bring to a boil, scraping the browned bits off the bottom of the pan.
  • Return the beef to the pan and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer until the meat is fork tender, about 2 hours.
  • Remove from the heat and pull out the meat, shredding it with forks. Return the meat to the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat, uncovered. Reduce the liquid until very thick, almost dry, about 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper.
  • For the tacos: Take a warm tortilla and fill with 3 tablespoons of the machaca beef. Fold the tortilla over and close with two toothpicks along the sides. Continue with the remaining tortillas.
  • Fill a large heavy-bottomed saucepan with enough oil to fill the pan about a third of the way. Heat over medium heat until a deep-frying thermometer inserted in the oil reaches 350 degrees F. (If you don't have a thermometer, a cube of bread will brown in about 3 minutes.)
  • Fry the tacos in batches until golden brown and the shell is hard, about 3 minutes on each side. Set aside on a tray lined with parchment paper. Remove the toothpicks and fill each taco with cheese, lettuce and tomato.

BEEF & BEAN TACOS



Beef & Bean Tacos image

Food won't go to waste when you serve this satisfying taco that puts canned goods to use. Even better, the creamy, not soggy, filling keeps the shell crunchy. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons chili powder
12 taco shells, warmed
Optional toppings: chopped sweet red pepper, thinly sliced green onions and shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, Mexicorn, soup, water and chili powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes., Spoon beef mixture into taco shells; serve with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts :

SPICY CORNED BEEF TACOS



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Using leftovers in new and exciting ways is my personal cooking challenge. These fun tacos take my favorite Reuben ingredients and turn them into something totally different-and completely delicious. -Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups coleslaw mix
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and thinly sliced
1 cup Thousand Island salad dressing
1 to 2 tablespoons Sriracha chili sauce
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups chopped cooked corned beef
2 cups refrigerated diced potatoes with onion
12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine coleslaw mix, green onions and jalapenos. In another small bowl, whisk salad dressing and chili sauce until combined., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add corned beef and diced potatoes; cook and stir until heated through, 8-10 minutes. Serve in tortillas with coleslaw mixture and dressing mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 calories, Fat 39g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 1606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

BEEF TACOS WITH SALSA VERDE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 6h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 3-pound boneless beef chuck roast
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 16-ounce jar salsa verde
1/2 white onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
12 corn tortillas, warmed
Shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes, avocado and/or radishes, for topping
Shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes, avocado and/or radishes, for topping
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef with the cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer the meat to a 6-quart slow cooker, then add the salsa, onion and garlic. Cover and cook on high, 6 hours.
  • Remove the meat to a cutting board and shred with 2 forks, discarding the excess fat. Return the meat to the slow cooker and stir in the cilantro.
  • Serve the meat in tortillas and top as desired. Serve with lime wedges.

QUICK AND EASY BEEF AND PORK TACOS



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This is a quick and simple recipe for delicious tacos made with ground beef and pork sausage, which gives the traditional recipe a nice twist. Although they can be messy, they are so good, and perfect for busy weeknights. Try using the leftovers for nachos to mix it up a bit. Serve with your favorite taco toppings.

Provided by ANG03

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes     Beef

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 pound spicy pork sausage
1 medium onion, diced
½ (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)
½ (8 ounce) can tomato sauce, or more to taste
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas, warmed

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, sausage, and onion in the hot skillet until meat is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Stir in taco seasoning until meat is well coated. Add diced tomatoes and tomato sauce; simmer to heat through. Spoon filling onto tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 788.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

JACK IN THE BOX BEEF TACOS (COPYCAT)



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Make and share this Jack in the Box Beef Tacos (Copycat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by The Spice Guru

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time P1DT15m

Yield 16 tacos, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 lb ground beef
3 cups cold water
1 cup ground texturized soy protein (grind in food processor)
2 tablespoons defatted soy grits (or soy flour)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 teaspoons dried onion flakes
1 tablespoon plain chili powder
1 tablespoon masa corn flour
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon Accent seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 dash ground black pepper
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 dash citric acid (natural flavor enhancer)
1 stone-ground corn tortilla
pure canola oil
1 teaspoon taco sauce (Jack in the Box Taco Sauce (Copycat))
1/2 slice American cheese, divided diagonally
2 tablespoons shredded iceberg lettuce

Steps:

  • PLEASE NOTE: THESE ARE MAKE-AHEAD TACOS. YOU MUST FILL THEN FREEZE TACOS BEFORE FRYING FOR AUTHENTIC RESULTS. PREPARE MY "COPYCAT JACK IN THE BOX TACO SAUCE" RECIPE (RECIPE #423994) BEFORE ASSEMBLING DEEP-FRIED TACOS.
  • POUR 3 cups cold water into a medium bowl; ADD the remaining SEASONING MIX ingredients (1 cup texturized soy protein, 2 tablespoons defatted soy grits (or soy flour), 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 4 teaspoons dried onion flakes, 1 tablespoon plain chili powder, 1 tablespoon masa corn flour, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon Accent seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 dash ground black pepper, 1 dash cayenne pepper, 1 dash citric acid); WHISK mixture well until dry ingredients are thoroughly dissolved; SET aside.
  • BROWN the ground TACO BEEF in a skillet over medium-high heat while stirring without overcooking (drain ground beef if necessary); POUR the blended SEASONING MIX into the 1 lb browned TACO BEEF in skillet; RAISE heat to high and BOIL mixture for one minute, stirring; REDUCE heat to medium and COOK mixture, stirring occasionally, until very little liquid remains and ground beef is moist yet not soggy.
  • COVER beef mixture and reduce heat to low; SIMMER for 5-7 minutes to steam and tenderize meat, and for flavors to infuse fully (ADD more water to refresh consistency if needed); TRANSFER filling to a food processor and process until fairly fine in texture: RETURN to skillet on lowest heat to keep warm.
  • DIVIDE enough needed American cheese slices diagonally; SHRED enough needed iceberg lettuce; HEAT 1/4 teaspoon vegetable oil in a skillet over low heat; TURN corn tortillas one at a time in a skillet on both sides until moistened and pliable (this helps tortillas from tearing); STACK prepared tortillas between paper towels to blot.
  • SPOON about 1 tablespoon of warm beef filling mixture into each tortilla; FOLD tortilla in half so bottom is curled; PRESS bottom filled half carefully without tearing tortilla using a taco press or makeshift mold ); LEAVE taco tops open by about 1 inch; CAREFULLY arrange filled, formed tacos into Ziploc bags without crowding or touching; ARRANGE sealed tacos in a resealable plastic container, to protect them from breakage; FREEZE overnight or until ready to deep-fry.
  • SLOWLY preheat deep-fryer with manufacturer's recommended amount of oil to 365°F .
  • FRY tacos one at a time for 55 - 65 seconds at 365 °F while supporting each taco with a taco press or tongs; PLACE cooked tacos on absorbent paper to drain slightly (I recommend one person frying and one person assembling for better efficiency and fresh, hot tacos!).
  • TO ASSEMBLE TACOS: OPEN each fried taco carefully; POUR 1 teaspoon prepared Jack in the Box Copycat Taco Sauce (Recipe #423994); PLACE one cut American cheese triangle into one side; GARNISH with 2 tablespoons shredded iceberg lettuce.
  • ENJOY your Jack in the Box Tacos and say, "EAT YOUR HEART OUT, JACK!".

CORNED BEEF HASH BREAKFAST TACOS



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An easy breakfast taco recipe using corned beef hash instead of bacon or sausage.

Provided by fabeverydayblog

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (15 ounce) can HORMEL® Mary Kitchen® Corned Beef Hash
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch Salt to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 eggs, beaten
10 (6 inch) soft flour tortillas
¼ cup pico de gallo salsa, or to taste
¼ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, or more to taste
¼ cup sour cream, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Mix corned beef hash, black beans, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Cook on medium-high heat for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bubbly and meat starts to brown. Transfer to a warm dish.
  • Heat oil in skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Pour in eggs. Cook and stir, lifting up edges of eggs to let uncooked egg reach skillet surface. Remove from heat when eggs are still slightly glossy or to desired doneness, about 4 minutes.
  • Distribute the corned beef hash mixture onto the flour tortillas. Top with scrambled eggs, salsa, cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.
  • Garnish with lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.3 calories, Carbohydrate 72.5 g, Cholesterol 202.9 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1586 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

  • Utilize a variety of cooking techniques: Experiment with different methods such as grilling, pan-frying, or slow-cooking to achieve different flavors and textures in your beef tacos.
  • Choose flavorful cuts of beef: Select high-quality cuts of beef like flank steak, skirt steak, or chuck roast for bold and rich flavors in your tacos.
  • Marinate or season the beef: Enhance the taste of the beef by marinating it in a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and liquids or by seasoning it generously before cooking.
  • Cook the beef to your desired doneness: Depending on your preference, cook the beef to rare, medium-rare, medium, or well-done to achieve the ideal texture and flavor.
  • Use fresh and flavorful toppings: Elevate your tacos with an array of fresh and flavorful toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese.
  • Experiment with different salsas: Create a variety of flavor profiles by using different types of salsa, such as pico de gallo, salsa verde, or salsa roja, to complement the beef tacos.
  • Serve with sides and accompaniments: Enhance the taco experience by serving them with sides like Mexican rice, refried beans, guacamole, and sour cream, as well as accompaniments like lime wedges and hot sauce.

Conclusion:

Beef tacos are a versatile and delicious dish that can be customized to suit various tastes and preferences. By experimenting with different cooking techniques, flavorful beef cuts, marinades or seasonings, toppings, salsas, and accompaniments, you can create an array of mouthwatering beef tacos that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer traditional or modern interpretations, the possibilities are endless. Unleash your culinary creativity and indulge in the delightful world of beef tacos, savoring the unique blend of flavors and textures that make this dish a beloved favorite.

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