Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 fresh green chile, very finely chopped
  • 18 ounces ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 lime, juice of
  • chopped fresh cilantro (a small handful)
  • 6 -12 flour tortillas, warmed
  • To Serve
  • grated cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack)
  • crisp lettuce, thinly sliced
  • guacamole
  • pico de gallo

Method

  • Heat the oil in a frying pan set over med-high heat.
  • Add the onion, cumin, red pepper flakes, and oregano; cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often, until aromatic.
  • Add the garlic and fresh chili and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the beef and salt, mix to combine and break up the beef.
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until well browned.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Add the lime juice and cilantro; stir well.
  • To serve-put a generous helping of beef in the middle of each tortilla.
  • Top with grated cheese, lettuce, and spoonfuls of guacamole and pico de gallo.
  • Serve immediately with extra pico de gallo on the side.