Description
These Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos are a delicious twist on classic tacos. The beef is juicy and flavorful, coated in a sticky-sweet honey BBQ sauce with hints of garlic and butter. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any night you’re craving something savory and satisfying!
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
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2 tablespoons honey
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Salt to taste
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8 small flour or corn tortillas
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Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
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In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
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Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
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Drain any excess grease from the pan.
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Stir in BBQ sauce, honey, smoked paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to taste.
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Let the mixture simmer on low for 5-7 minutes until it thickens and gets sticky.
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Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
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Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture and top with your favorite taco toppings.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
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You can use shredded beef instead of ground beef if preferred.
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For a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
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These tacos go great with a side of Mexican rice or corn on the cob.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg