Description
Delight in these juicy and flavorful Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos! The perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors, topped with a creamy taco sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef or beef strips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Taco Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
For Assembly:
- 6 soft taco tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Beef:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef or beef strips, cooking until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in honey, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, honey, BBQ sauce, and smoked paprika until smooth. Set aside.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla.
- Drizzle the prepared taco sauce generously over the beef.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and top with fresh cilantro if desired.
Serve:
- Fold the tacos and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the taco sauce.
- Swap cheddar with Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend for variation.
- Serve with a side of guacamole or salsa for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: ~320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg