Description
These Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Tacos feature savory ground beef cooked to perfection in a flavorful honey BBQ sauce, topped with a creamy, smoky taco sauce and cheddar cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal that combines sweet and savory tastes with a hint of smoky spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or beef strips
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Taco Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp BBQ sauce
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
For Assembly
- 6 soft taco tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until it becomes fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Cook the Beef: Add the ground beef or beef strips to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon if ground. Once cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet to avoid greasiness.
- Add Sauce and Seasonings: Stir in the honey, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper into the cooked beef. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors and slightly thicken the sauce.
- Prepare the Taco Sauce: In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, honey, BBQ sauce, and smoked paprika. Mix well until smooth to create a creamy, smoky taco sauce.
- Warm Tortillas and Assemble: Warm the soft taco tortillas in a pan or microwave until pliable. Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla, drizzle generously with the prepared taco sauce, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately while warm and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Substitute ground beef with chicken or tofu for dietary preferences.
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the beef mixture or taco sauce.
- Store leftover cooked beef mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use gluten-free tortillas to make this recipe gluten-free if needed.
- Fresh cilantro is optional but adds a nice fresh flavor to the tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
