Kickass Tacos

Ingredients 

Tacos:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 onion (about 1 1/2 cups), minced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder

  • 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano

  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 1 pound extra-lean ground beef or ground turkey

  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce or tomato juice or V-8

  • 1/2 cup chicken or beef broth

  • 2 teaspoons cider vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon light brown sugar (optional)

  • Catalina Dressing

  • 8 taco shells/tostadas

toppings:

  • grated cheese, chopped lettuce, tomato, salsa, Catalina, sour cream.

    Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

  • Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  • Stir in the garlic, spices, and salt and cook for about 1 minute. 

  • Stir in the ground beef and cook, breaking it up until no longer pink, about five minutes.

  • Stir in the tomato sauce, broth, vinegar, and sugar (if using) until thickened, about 10 minutes.

  • Season with more salt, pepper or spices to taste.