| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 480 | 30g | 16g | 24g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 6g | 6g | 32g | 1.2g |
One recipe that I truly adore and find myself revisiting often is unsung hero of the dinner table – the Beef Tacos with Pickled Onions. These are not your run-of-the-mill tacos, friends. Take a look at this beatiful dish here:
A Delicious Journey Begins
Yes, they’re as good as they look. They’re big, they’re messy, and they’re worth every napkin. It’s a wonderful medley of crunchy taco shell, juicy lean beef, and delightfully tangy pickled onions. I’m smitten, and I think you will be too.
These Beef Tacos with Pickled Onions bring back memories of home. Coming from a city as vibrant and diverse as New York, street food has played a pretty significant role in my culinary development. This recipe is a small homage to that experience.
Health and Happiness
Let’s talk about the health benefits too because yes, apart from being delicious, these tacos are also good for your health. The lean ground beef provides you with a good amount of protein and iron. The addition of green bell pepper and tomatoes helps increase the vitamin C content. And who does not love pickled onions? Apart from adding a tangy punch to the beef, onions are rich in antioxidants and can benefit heart health. Plus, pickling as a method of preservation has been shown to be beneficial to gut health!
While you are at it, you might want to consider pairing these beef tacos with other famous street food dishes like Corn Salad or Guacamole. They complement each other perfectly and will give you the true essence of a New York food tour!
So get out that trusty skillet of yours and transport yourself into the heart of the bustling streets of New York. Colorful, tasty, and full of life – that’s what these Beef Tacos with Pickled Onions are all about. Enjoy them with family and friends, or savor them alone. Either way, your taste buds are in for a treat. Happy cooking!
What You’ll Need
- 1 lb pound lean ground beef
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 12 taco shells
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup guacamole
- For the pickled onions:
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
Method
Step One
To prepare the pickled onions, first, slice the red onion thinly. Combine the apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl gradually blending until the sugar and salt have dissolved. Submerge the sliced onions in the mixture, making sure they are fully immersed. Leave the onions to absorb the pickling mix for at least an hour.
Step Two
While the onions are pickling, begin preparing the beef. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef to the heated pan. Cook the beef, making sure to break it up until it’s fully browned and cooked through.
Step Three
After the beef is cooked, add in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and chopped green bell pepper. Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure the seasoning fully covers the beef. Continue to cook this mixture for about 5 more minutes, or until the bell peppers just begin to soften.
Step Four
With your beef filling prepared, warm your taco shells as directed on the package.
Step Five
Now, you are ready to assemble your tacos. Fill each taco shell generously with the beef mixture. Next, on top of the beef, add the shredded Cheddar cheese, a dollop each of sour cream and guacamole.
Step Six
Finally, retrieve your pickled onions from earlier. Drain them from their pickling solution, and add a generous amount on top of each taco. Your Beef Tacos with Pickled Onions are now ready to serve. Enjoy your meal!
