Salsa verde beef tacos can be on the dinner table in just 15 minutes! Ground beef seasoned with homemade taco seasoning and jarred salsa verde. So much flavor that pairs well with all the toppings in crunchy corn taco shells.
We love these salsa verde beef tacos for a fun twist to taco night. I tend to be one of those people that has a hard time eating the same thing over and over again. Like ground beef tacos with the taco seasoning and water. There are just so many different kinds of tacos so why stick with the same one?! 🙂
Especially when it’s as easy as these salsa verde beef tacos. Combine some spices to make your own taco seasoning, some jarred salsa verde, and a pound of ground beef. That’s all you need for these delicious tacos that can be on the dinner table in just 15 minutes!
Be sure and buy the mild version of salsa verde if you’re making these for kids. The mild salsa verde is not too spicy, especially when paired with the taco toppings. Plus, my secret for the best ground beef tacos is to add a little bit of brown sugar to the meat. It pairs so well with the spices.
They do make medium heat and hot salsa verde so if you want a kick then be sure and use one of those.
This taco meat is so versatile. Serve it in crunchy taco shells, soft flour tortillas, nachos, use it in beef enchiladas, or even burrito bowls. There are so many options which is one of my favorite things about this recipe.
I mentioned it down below but if you want the best taco of your life then follow the directions on the box to heat the corn shells in the oven. They get so crunchy and toasty, and take taco night to the next level.
How to make salsa verde ground beef tacos
- Brown and crumble a pound of ground beef in a skillet pan. Once it’s no longer pink, drain if necessary, and return to the pan.
- Add the homemade taco seasoning spices and salsa verde. Mix together. Turn the heat to low and let it simmer so the flavors can come together.
- While the meat is simmering, get all your toppings ready to go.
Tips for making salsa verde ground beef tacos
- To save time, use a bag of pre-shredded lettuce. I always do this because it’s so easy. You’ll find shredded lettuce by the other bagged salad mixes in the grocery store.
- Put all the toppings in bowls and set out buffet style on the table.
- For the best taco in the world, follow the instruction on the crunchy corn taco box to heat the taco shells. It makes a huge difference in how good the tacos are. Typically, you place the taco shells on a cookie sheet and bake at 300 degrees for 5-6 minutes. The shells get brown and toasty and have this incredible crunch to them.
- I like to chop up some cilantro and mix it in with the cooked meat. I love the flavor it adds.
For other taco recipes that will change up your taco night try out these texas tacos or these green chili turkey tacos!
Salsa verde beef tacos can be on the dinner table in just 15 minutes! Ground beef seasoned with homemade taco seasoning and jarred salsa verde. So much flavor that pairs well with all the toppings in crunchy corn taco shells.
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
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In a skillet pan, over medium high heat, brown and crumble the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain if necessary.
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Turn heat to low and add the salsa verde and spices. Mix together and let simmer for about 5-8 minutes.
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Serve inside crunchy corn taco shells or soft tacos with desired toppings.
To easily crumble ground beef be sure and use one of these ground meat choppers. It's one of my top 5 favorite and most used kitchen tools.
In place of all the spices you can use a packet of taco seasoning but I really recommend making your own according the recipe. The taste is crazy good!
If you want more sweetness then increase the brown sugar to 1/2 teaspoon.
Measure out all the spices into a small bowl and have them ready to go.
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