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Ground Beef Street Taco Cilantro Lime

These Ground Beef Street Taco Cilantro Lime tacos combine juicy beef with fresh toppings for a quick, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Street Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20) Choose 80/20 for best flavor and texture.
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning (no added sugar preferred)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 16 small corn tortillas (4-inch) Stack two for each taco.
  • 1 cup white onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 2 limes cut into wedges For serving.
  • salsa verde or salsa roja For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook it for about 6 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula as it browns.
  2. When the meat is no longer pink, drain off the excess fat to keep the filling flavorful.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  2. For the best street taco texture, stack two corn tortillas together for each taco. Warm them in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for 15 to 20 seconds per side.
Assembly
  1. Fill each doubled tortilla with a spoonful of seasoned beef. Top with finely diced white onion and chopped cilantro.
Serving
  1. Serve the tacos right away with lime wedges and salsa on the side for added flavor.

Notes

Refrigerate the beef filling for up to 3 days. Can freeze beef filling for up to 2 months. Serve with easy sides like Mexican rice, refried beans, or chips with guacamole.