Mains
Mexican
MexicanBeef Tacos
Mexican-inspired beef tacos served three ways. Basic uses a value mince and shop seasoning, while Ultimate slow-braises chuck and builds fresh salsa and pickles from scratch.
Nut-free
Better version
Better mince, homemade spice mix and soft tortillas with lime.
Per serving£4.25
Total cost£8.50
Time35 min
Ingredients for 2
- Filling
- 300 g beef mince (15% fat)
- 1 red onion , finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic , crushed
- 1 tbsp tomato puree
- Spice mix
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- To serve
- 8 soft corn tortillas
- 1 avocado , sliced
- 1 lime , cut into wedges
- 100 g mature cheddar , grated
Method
- Sweat the red onion and garlic in oil until soft and golden.
- Add the mince and brown thoroughly over a high heat.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, oregano and tomato puree and cook 2 minutes.
- Add a splash of water and simmer 10 minutes until rich and thick.
- Char the tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds each side.
- Fill with beef, avocado, cheese and a squeeze of lime.
Equipment
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Value mince, a sachet of taco seasoning and hard shells.
Better
Better mince, homemade spice mix and soft tortillas with lime.
Ultimate
Slow-braised chuck with chipotle, fresh salsa, pickled onions and crema.
