
Ingredients
Beef Filling
- 500 g beef mince
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- salt
- pepper
Taco Toppings
- 8 large lettuce leaves
- 200 g cheese grated
- 1 large tomato diced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- lime wedges for serving
Taco Seasoning
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp dried origanum
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it's browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat if needed.
- Sprinkle the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper (or use the taco seasoning mix) over the cooked beef. Stir well to evenly coat the beef with the spices. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat.
- Wash and prepare the lettuce leaves. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- To assemble the tacos, place a spoonful of the seasoned beef mixture onto each lettuce leaf.
- Top the beef with grated cheese, diced tomato, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Add salsa on top for an extra kick.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Enjoy your delicious lettuce beef tacos!Feel free to customize your tacos with additional toppings like sliced jalapeños, diced onions, or avocado slices, according to your preferences.
Nutrition Facts
Lettuce beef tacos
Serving Size
1 Serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
655
% Daily Value*
Fat
52
g
80
%
Saturated Fat
23
g
144
%
Trans Fat
2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
17
g
Cholesterol
157
mg
52
%
Sodium
828
mg
36
%
Potassium
785
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
12
g
4
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
36
g
72
%
Vitamin A
5349
IU
107
%
Vitamin C
18
mg
22
%
Calcium
458
mg
46
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.