Weeknight Beef Tacos

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup water
• Salt to taste
• 8 small taco shells or tortillas
• Shredded lettuce, diced tomato, shredded cheese, and sour cream for serving

Instructions

1. 1Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles, until no pink remains, about 6-7 minutes.
2. 2Drain excess fat, then stir in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne.
3. 3Add the water, stir to combine, and simmer for 4-5 minutes until the liquid reduces and coats the beef.
4. 4Taste and season with salt as needed.
5. 5Warm the taco shells or tortillas according to package directions.
6. 6Fill each shell with the seasoned beef and top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and sour cream.

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