
Authentic Mexican Street Tacos
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these Authentic Mexican Street Tacos. Each bite is a fiesta of tastes, with juicy seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, refreshing salsa, tangy sour cream, and melty shredded cheese, all nestled inside a crunchy taco shell. This recipe has been handed down through generations and carries the true essence of Mexican street food, making you feel as if you're walking the lively streets of Mexico City with every bite.
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- Ground beef (1 lb)
- Onion (1, finely chopped)
- Bell pepper (1, finely chopped)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Chili powder (1 tablespoon)
- Cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon or to taste)
- Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon or to taste)
- Taco shells (12)
- Shredded cheese (1 cup)
- Sour cream (1/2 cup)
- Salsa (1/2 cup)
- Lettuce (1 cup, shredded)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Continue to cook the beef and vegetable mixture, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- While the beef mixture is cooking, heat the taco shells according to the package instructions.
- Once everything is ready, assemble the tacos. Start by spooning the beef mixture into each taco shell. Follow with a sprinkling of shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, a spoonful of salsa, and finally, a handful of shredded lettuce.
- Serve the tacos immediately, while everything is still hot and fresh. Enjoy your little taste of Mexico!
Dietary Information
Servings: 12 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 15g • Protein: 10g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 2g