Spice up your dinner routine with these delicious Mexican Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps! This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a mouth-watering dish with just the right kick of spice and a perfect crunch.
Ground Beef
Olive Oil
Onion and Garlic
Tomato Paste
Chili Powder, Cumin, Paprika, Oregano
Salt and Black Pepper
Water
Butter Lettuce Leaves
Avocado, Tomatoes, Red Onion
Cilantro and Lime Wedges
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add water to the skillet and mix well. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the flavors meld together and the mixture thickens slightly.
To serve, place a spoonful of the spicy ground beef mixture in the center of a lettuce leaf. Top with diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.