Beef Tacos

Categories: Tex-Mex Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tsp. chile powder
• 1/8 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/8 tsp. onion powder
• 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/8 tsp. oregano
• 1/4 tsp. paprika
• 3/4 tsp. cumin
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 2 tsp. oil
• 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1/2 cup water
• chopped sweet onion, for garnish
• shredded cheese, for garnish
• 12 soft corn tortillas
• 2 cups cooked black beans
• 2 cups cooked Spanish rice
• fresh cilantro, optional garnish

Directions

1. In small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper, oregano, paprika, cumin, sa.t and pepper. Set aside.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. When hot, stir in onion. Saute 2 to 3 minutes, until soft. Add ground beef and saute until browned, breaking up climps of meat with a spatula or spoon. Drain fat. Add seasoning mixture and water and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is nearly evaporated.

3. Suggested meal prep: put 1/4 of the beef in each of four containers with a sprinkling of chopped sweet onion, shredded cheese, 3 small tortillas, 1/2 cup cooked black beans and 1/2 cup Spanish rice. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

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