Authentic Mexican Beef Tacos

Ingredients

• Lime (1, cut into wedges)
• Cilantro (1/2 cup, finely chopped)
• Salsa (1 cup)
• Sour cream (1/2 cup)
• Cheese (1 cup, shredded)
• Tomato (1 large, diced)
• Lettuce (2 cups, shredded)
• Tortillas (8, warmed)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1 medium, diced)
• Taco seasoning (1 packet)
• Ground beef (1 pound)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it is well-browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning and continue to cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
4. While the beef is cooking, warm the tortillas. This can be done in a dry skillet over medium heat, or wrapped in foil and heated in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
5. To assemble the tacos, spoon a generous portion of the beef mixture onto each warm tortilla.
6. Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a spoonful of salsa. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro as the finishing touch.
7. Serve the tacos hot, with lime wedges on the side. Encourage guests to squeeze the lime juice over the tacos just before eating for an added burst of freshness.