Description
Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos are a bold fusion of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. Tender beef is simmered in a garlic butter and honey BBQ sauce, then tucked into warm tortillas for a mouthwatering twist on classic tacos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- Drain excess fat if needed, then stir in the honey BBQ sauce and optional honey.
- Let simmer on low for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Spoon the beef mixture into each tortilla and top with lettuce, cheese, red onion, and any other desired toppings.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a leaner option, use ground turkey or chicken.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy version.
- The beef mixture can be prepared ahead and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: beef tacos, honey BBQ beef, garlic butter tacos, sweet and savory tacos, fusion tacos