Description
These Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos are a flavorful and easy-to-make meal perfect for any taco night. Ground beef or beef strips are cooked in garlic butter and simmered in a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce, then topped with a creamy honey BBQ mayo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro inside soft taco tortillas. Ready in just 25 minutes, they offer a delicious balance of savory, sweet, and smoky flavors with a creamy finish.
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef or beef strips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Taco Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Assembly
- 6 soft taco tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Cook the Beef: Add the ground beef or beef strips to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking up the ground beef as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary to prevent greasiness.
- Add Sauce and Simmer: Stir in honey, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat the beef. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and thicken the sauce slightly.
- Prepare Taco Sauce: While the beef simmers, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, BBQ sauce, and smoked paprika in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm the soft tortillas until pliable. Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla, drizzle generously with the prepared taco sauce, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, and add fresh cilantro if desired. Fold the tacos and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use either ground beef or thin beef strips based on your preference.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic as it can turn bitter and affect the dish’s flavor.
- Drain excess beef fat to avoid greasy tacos.
- Adjust the level of smoked paprika to taste for smokiness.
- Can be served with additional toppings like diced onions, avocado, or salsa if desired.
