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5 servings (recipe makes 4)
NOT Tamlin Safe! — this recipe will make Tamlin cry. Contains capsaicin.

Ground Beef Tacos

Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 15 min | Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 8 taco shells (hard or soft)

Toppings

  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomato
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Salsa
  • Diced onion
  • Cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, drain excess fat
  2. Add all spices and water, stir to combine
  3. Simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid has mostly reduced
  4. Warm taco shells according to package directions
  5. Fill shells with meat and desired toppings

Notes

  • This seasoning blend replaces store-bought taco packets
  • Double the seasoning and keep it in a jar for next time