Classic Ground Beef Tacos
4 servings · 25 min · $3.33 per serving · cart $19.62
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Produce
- Head iceberg · ½$3.49
- Roma tomatoes · 2$0.57
- Yellow onion · ½$0.45
- Lime · 1$0.49
Meat & seafood
- Ground beef (80/20) · 1 lb$7.29
Dairy
- Shredded cheddar · 1 cup$2.00
- Sour cream for serving$1.99
Bakery
- Corn tortillas · 10$2.34
Spices
- Taco seasoning · 1 packet$1.00
How to make it
- Brown the ground beef in a dry skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart, until no pink remains — about 6 minutes.
- Drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning and ⅔ cup water. Simmer 3 minutes until thick.
- Meanwhile, shred lettuce, dice tomatoes and onion. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet 20 seconds per side.
- Assemble: two tortillas stacked for structure, beef, cheese, then cold toppings. Squeeze of lime to finish.
Tips
- Double up tortillas — one is soft comfort, two is structural integrity.
- Homemade seasoning saves 40¢: 1 Tbsp chili powder + 1 tsp each cumin/paprika/garlic powder/oregano.
Printed from DishBudget. Prices are estimates from your Kroger store and can change.