Spiced Texas Beef Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Crema

Slow-simmered beef with smoky spices and a tangy cilantro-lime crema, served on warm corn tortillas for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing meal.

Cuisine: Mexican

Category: Mexican

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium, finely diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
• 1 tsp lime zest
• 8 corn tortillas

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb ground beef until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spoon for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add 1 finely diced medium onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, cooking for 3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute until the spices are aromatic.
4. Step 4: Add 1/2 cup tomato sauce and 2 tbsp lime juice, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1 tsp lime zest until smooth.
6. Step 6: Warm 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 20 seconds per side until pliable.
7. Step 7: Serve the beef mixture on warm tortillas, drizzle with the crema, and garnish with extra cilantro.