Authentic Mexican Street Tacos Recipe: Delicious & Easy to Make

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Measure out all the spices and set aside.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Stir in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. If the mixture is too dry, add a splash of water or broth.

While the meat simmers, warm the corn tortillas. You can do this by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 30-60 seconds, or heating them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 15-20 seconds per side until soft and pliable. Once warmed, fill each tortilla with the meat mixture and add your desired toppings like chopped cilantro, lime wedges, shredded lettuce, cheese, or salsa.