Description

Experience a burst of flavor with Smoky Chipotle Beef Tacos topped with creamy avocado crema. These tacos blend tender, spiced beef with smoky chipotle peppers for an unforgettable taste. Perfect for gatherings or casual weeknights, every bite is a celebration of vibrant ingredients and rich textures that will leave your guests asking for more.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef (80/20)
2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to spice preference)
1 packet taco seasoning or homemade equivalent
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
8 corn or flour tortillas
2 ripe avocados
Juice of 1 lime
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Optional: Crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese

Instructions

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Add minced garlic and chopped chipotle peppers during the last few minutes, stirring well.
Sprinkle taco seasoning over the mixture and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Blend avocados, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, cilantro, and salt until smooth to create avocado crema.
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side until pliable.
Assemble tacos by layering beef filling onto each tortilla and topping with avocado crema and optional cheese.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider marinating the beef in seasonings for a couple of hours before cooking. Feel free to substitute ground beef with grilled chicken or jackfruit for a vegetarian option. Enhance the flavor profile by adding toppings like diced tomatoes or pickled onions.