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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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In 'Tacos, Quesadillas & Burritos' by Laura Washburn Ingredients:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil |
1 small onion, grated |
2 teaspoons ground cumin |
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes |
1 tablespoon dried oregano |
2 garlic cloves, crushed |
1 fresh green chile, very finely chopped |
18 ounces ground beef |
1 teaspoon fine sea salt |
1/2 lime, juice of |
chopped fresh cilantro (a small handful) |
6 -12 flour tortillas, warmed |
grated cheddar cheese (or monterey jack) |
crisp lettuce, thinly sliced |
guacamole |
pico de gallo |
Directions:
1. Heat the oil in a frying pan set over med-high heat.
2. Add the onion, cumin, red pepper flakes, and oregano; cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often, until aromatic.
3. Add the garlic and fresh chili and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the beef and salt, mix to combine and break up the beef.
5. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until well browned.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
7. Add the lime juice and cilantro; stir well.
8. To serve-put a generous helping of beef in the middle of each tortilla.
9. Top with grated cheese, lettuce, and spoonfuls of guacamole and pico de gallo.
10. Serve immediately with extra pico de gallo on the side.
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