Homemade Tex Mex Beef Tacos

Homemade Tex-Mex Beef Tacos! When I was dating Matt, I was relieved to find that he liked the same amount of spice as I do. These tacos were awesome, they have a little more spice than we usually like, but it was so good!

I’ve really been on a taco kick lately. Matt and I don’t love spicy food which is great because we like about the same amount of spice on most things.

Calorie Count

This recipe makes about 8 servings (2 tacos per person). Each serving clocks in at approximately 345 calories.

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	345 kcal
Total Fat	19 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Carbohydrates	25 g
Dietary Fiber	4 g
Total Sugars	3 g
Protein	22 g
Sodium	400 mg
Cholesterol	68 mg

Homemade Tex Mex Beef Tacos

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 medium onion, diced

4 garlic cloves, minced

4 tablespoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon coriander

2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

salt and pepper to taste

1 1/2 pound 90% lean ground beef (to cut down on grease)

3/4 cup tomato sauce

3/4 cup chicken broth

1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar

3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

Corn tortillas

Canola Oil for frying

Directions

1. Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until hot and simmering. Add the onions and garlic and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.

2. Add the spices and a 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper, cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about a minute. Add ground beef and cook breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon and scraping the bottom to prevent scorching.

3. Add tomato sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, and vinegar, bring to a simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently, and breaking meat up so that no chunks remain until liquid has reduced and thickened. It should take about 10 to 20 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.

4. We fried our own corn tortillas, you can buy the store-bought ones. These were so much better! Using tongs shapes them as best as you can by frying one side at a time and flipping and frying the other side.

Cooking Tips

Warm your tortillas briefly on a Comal or dry skillet before frying to prevent them from cracking.
Maintain medium-high heat in your frying oil—too hot and the tortillas burn; too cool and they’ll absorb excess oil.
Drain your fried tortillas on a paper-towel–lined plate to keep them crisp.
After cooking the beef mixture, let it rest off the heat for a couple of minutes so the flavors meld.
Taste and adjust the seasoning at the end—sometimes a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lime brightens everything up.

Recipe Variations

Swap the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter twist.
Turn these into vegetarian tacos by using lentils or crumbled tempeh in place of meat.
Stir in black beans or pinto beans into the filling for extra fiber and texture.
Add a dollop of sour cream or crumbled cotija cheese on top for a creamy finish.
For a smoky flair, substitute chipotle powder for half the chili powder and omit the cayenne.

Final Thoughts

These homemade tacos strike the perfect balance between hearty ground beef and warming spices. Crispy, golden tortillas cradle a savory, slightly sweet filling that’s at once comforting and bold. Whether you’re hosting Taco Tuesday or craving a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe delivers on flavor without fuss. Don’t be afraid to play with toppings—pickled red onions, fresh cilantro, or a drizzle of hot sauce can turn a good taco into your new go-to favorite. Enjoy every crunchy, flavorful bite!

10 thoughts on “Yummy Homemade Tex Mex Beef Tacos”

Oh yum! These sounds fantastic. Thank you for posting this recipe. I hadn't thought about frying the taco shells before. I can't wait to try it.

Now I am craving tacos! Thanks for sharing on Creative K Kids Tasty Tuesdays. We love it when you ladies share with us.

These sound fabulous!! Thanks for sharing with us on Thursday Favorite Things blog hop.
Cheers,
Jennifer
http://awellstyledlife.com

Yum. I love these. We make our tacos with corn tortillas but just lightly fry them to make them soft. I need to try this method. Thanks for linking up to Tips and Tricks. Hope to see you again this week.