Easy Beef Tacos
Servings: 4 people
Delicious, and easy-to-make beef taco recipe that will surely be a hit with your family.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams lean minced beef (grass-fed, preferably)
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 2 gloves garlic, minced
- 1 400 grams can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 400 grams can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon ground smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/3 cup beef broth
To serve
- taco shells, prepared per package instructions
- fresh lettuce
- cherry tomatoes, halved
- coriander
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan or dutch oven. Sauté the garlic and onions. Add the ground beef and cook for about 4-5 minutes until browned.
- Add the carrots and cook for another 2 minutes or so. Then pour the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, and add the seasonings. Bring to a boil and lower heat, then simmer for 15-20 minutes covered.
- Check halfway through, and give it a stir. Add the red kidney beans and continue cooking until all the flavors are well incorporated. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Heat your taco shells in your oven. Once warmed, place on a plate and stuff first with some lettuce, then with the beef mixture. Add fresh tomatoes and a squeeze of fresh lime. Enjoy!
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