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Sun-Dried Tomato-Crusted Beef Tacos

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These sun-dried tomato-crusted beef tacos are a quick and flavorful dinner option featuring a unique tomato crust that locks in moisture and adds depth, complemented by fresh garnishes for brightness and crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended for juiciness)
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped (packed in oil for best flavor)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (use the oil from the sun-dried tomato jar for extra flavor)
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas (warmed before serving)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup diced red onion (optional)
  • 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
  • Crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Finely chop ½ cup of sun-dried tomatoes. Drain slightly if packed in oil but retain some oil for flavor. Mince the garlic cloves.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil (or sun-dried tomato oil) in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. After 2 minutes, sprinkle in smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the beef. Press gently and cook without stirring for 2–3 minutes to form a crust.
  5. Flip the beef mixture to brown the other side, breaking up any large chunks. Cook for another 3–4 minutes until beef is cooked through and tomatoes meld with the meat.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or wrap in foil and heat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
  7. Prepare garnishes: slice radishes thinly, chop cilantro, dice red onion if using, and slice or mash avocado. Cut lime wedges for serving.
  8. Assemble tacos by spooning the beef mixture onto each tortilla. Top with cilantro, radishes, red onion, avocado, and cheese if desired. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top before eating.

Notes

Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for best flavor and texture. Press tomatoes into beef and let cook undisturbed to form a crust. Drain excess liquid from beef if it releases too much to avoid sogginess. Warm tortillas gently to prevent cracking. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas and check seasonings for hidden gluten.

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