How to Make Tacos: Easy Step-by-Step Guide 2025
Learn how to make tacos in 2025 with this easy step-by-step guide. Quick, delicious, and beginner-friendly recipes for authentic homemade tacos!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80% lean
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ can tomato sauce
- ½ cup water
- Oil for cooking
- 8-12 taco shells or tortillas
Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Diced onions
- Fresh cilantro optional
Instructions
Quick Steps:
- 1. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat
- 2. Add diced onion, cook 5 minutes till soft
- 3. Add ground beef, cook till browned, drain excess fat
- 4. Add minced garlic, cook 1 minute
- 5. Add spices, stir, cook 1 minute
- 6. Add tomato sauce and water, simmer 5-10 minutes
- 7. Warm taco shells in oven at 350°F for 5 minutes
- 8. Fill shells with meat and toppings
- 9. Serve immediately
Notes
Pro Tips:
- Use fresh garlic instead of powder for better flavor
- Let one side of the beef brown before breaking it up
- Warm shells makes them taste way better
- Set out all toppings so everyone makes their own
- Save extra meat - it keeps 3 days in the fridge