Description
Garlic butter honey bbq beef tacos blend sweet, savory Mexican-inspired flavors into a mouthwatering meal. Sizzling meat wrapped in warm tortillas promises a delightful culinary adventure you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Cooking Fats and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Taco Components and Garnishes:
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced red onions
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the protein by browning ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, methodically breaking it into crumbly pieces until no pink remains visible.
- Transfer cooked beef to one side of the skillet, creating space to melt butter and quickly sauté minced garlic until its aromatic essence permeates the pan.
- Integrate the golden garlic-infused butter into the beef, creating a harmonious base for flavor development.
- Introduce BBQ sauce, drizzle honey, and sprinkle smoked paprika and chili powder into the meat mixture, allowing the ingredients to meld and caramelize gently.
- Reduce heat and let the beef simmer, allowing the sauce to thicken and intensify the flavor profile while preventing burning.
- Warm tortillas briefly in a separate skillet or oven, ensuring they become pliable and slightly crisp around the edges.
- Construct tacos by layering the spiced beef mixture onto warm tortillas, creating a foundation for additional toppings.
- Embellish with crisp shredded lettuce, vibrant diced tomatoes, sharp red onions, and melting cheese to add textural complexity.
- Garnish with fresh lime wedges, offering a bright citrus accent that cuts through the rich, sweet-savory beef.
- Serve immediately, presenting a tantalizing blend of sweet, smoky, and zesty flavors.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian option that maintains the delicious flavor profile.
- Control spice levels by adjusting chili powder or adding a dash of hot sauce to customize heat intensity for different taste preferences.
- Enhance taco texture by briefly toasting tortillas directly on a gas flame for a slightly charred, authentic street-style experience that adds depth to the dish.
- Reduce cooking time by preparing garlic butter sauce and beef mixture ahead of time, making it perfect for quick weeknight meals or meal prep strategies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 576
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 792 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 103 mg