Ground Beef Tacos with Homemade Seasoning
Pennies compared to the packet.
$20.00 total
Ingredients & Cost Breakdown
| 1 lb ground beef | $10.26 |
| Chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika | $0.65 |
| 10 corn tortillas | $1.49 |
| 1.2 cups shredded cheese | $1.84 |
| Onion | $1.48 |
| Lettuce | $0.46 |
| Tomato | $0.57 |
| Sour cream | $0.57 |
| Sliced avocado, side | $2.68 |
| Total | $20.00 |
Shopping List
Exactly what to grab at the store — whole units, no guessing at "half an onion."
- 1 lb ground beef
- Chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1.2 cups shredded cheese
- Onion
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Sour cream
- Sliced avocado, side
How to Make It
- Brown beef, drain fat.
- Stir in seasoning and 1/4 cup water; simmer 3 minutes.
- Warm tortillas.
- Build tacos with beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and sour cream.
- Serve with sliced avocado on the side.
No-Time-For-That Tip: Making your own taco seasoning from spices you already own is pennies compared to the packet.
Swap It: Ground turkey or chicken swaps in evenly — add a little extra oil since it's leaner.
🍽️ Pairs well with Chicken Fajita Skillet
