Beef Taco Construction

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time20 mins

Lean Ground Beef Sirloin simmers in mild Mexican flavours to make this easy family-pleasing recipe. Add some fun by letting the kids assemble their own – just serve the meal as components on a large tray or platter. It means less work for you and more fun for them!

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil

1 lb (500 g) Lean or Extra Lean Ground Beef Sirloin*

2 tsp (10 mL) chili powder

1 can (19 oz/540 mL) seasoned stewed tomatoes

Salt and pepper

1 cup (250 mL) shredded lettuce

½ cup (125 mL) light sour cream

½ cup (125 mL) chunky salsa

8 taco shells

Pan-fry onion and garlic in oil, over medium heat until just softened, about 1 minute. Add beef and pan-fry, breaking up with back of spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain if needed.

Add chili powder and tomatoes; simmer to combine flavours, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve meat mixture along with lettuce, cheese, sour cream, salsa and taco shells as toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 548

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g50%
Total Carbohydrate 36g12%
Protein 33g66%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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