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Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos Recipe

Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos Recipe
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These Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos combine savory ground beef cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with sweet honey and smoky BBQ flavors. Topped with a creamy honey BBQ mayo, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro, these tacos offer a delicious balance of bold tastes and comforting textures, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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

Honey BBQ Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Tacos

  • 6 soft taco tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Garlic Butter: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, ensuring the garlic does not brown to prevent bitterness.
  2. Cook Beef: Add the ground beef or beef strips to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, breaking apart the ground beef with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat to keep the dish from being too greasy.
  3. Add Flavors: Stir in the honey, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  4. Prepare Honey BBQ Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, honey, BBQ sauce, and smoked paprika. Whisk until smooth and well blended to create a creamy, flavorful topping.
  5. Warm Tortillas and Assemble: Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave until they are soft and pliable. Spoon the beef mixture evenly onto each tortilla, then drizzle generously with the prepared honey BBQ sauce. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired. Fold the tacos and serve immediately for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use ground beef for a crumbled texture or beef strips for chunkier pieces depending on preference.
  • Adjust the honey and BBQ sauce quantity to your sweetness and tanginess preference.
  • For a spicier kick, add some chili powder or hot sauce to the beef mixture or the honey BBQ sauce.
  • These tacos pair well with a side of fresh coleslaw or Mexican rice.
  • Leftover beef mixture can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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