Big Game Mini Tacos (Printable)
Bite-sized tacos with seasoned beef and fresh salsa, perfect for casual snacking or gatherings.
# What You’ll Need:
→ For the Mini Tacos
01 - 24 mini corn tortillas (or cut regular tortillas into 3-inch rounds)
02 - 1 lb ground beef
03 - 1 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tsp chili powder
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper
11 - ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 - ½ cup shredded lettuce
→ For the Fresh Salsa
13 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
14 - ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
15 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
16 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
17 - Juice of 1 lime
18 - ½ tsp salt
19 - ¼ tsp ground black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
20 - ¼ cup sour cream
21 - 1 avocado, sliced
# How To Make It:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside to let flavors meld.
02 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
03 - Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
04 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the beef. Stir to coat evenly. Cook for 1 additional minute, then remove from heat.
05 - Warm mini tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until pliable.
06 - To assemble, spoon a small amount of beef onto each tortilla. Top with shredded cheese, lettuce, and a generous spoonful of salsa.
07 - Add any optional toppings, such as sour cream or avocado slices. Arrange mini tacos on a platter and serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These disappear faster than you can say which team is winning
- The fresh salsa cuts through rich beef like a bright, tangy secret weapon
02 -
- Overstuffing is the number one mistake and it ruins the whole handheld experience
- Letting the salsa sit for even 10 minutes makes a huge difference in flavor
03 -
- Toast cumin seeds in a dry pan and grind them fresh if you really want to level up
- Grate your own cheese instead of buying the pre shredded stuff for better melting