Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos
These Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos are a perfect blend of sweet, smoky, and buttery flavors! Juicy beef is cooked in garlic butter and coated with a rich honey BBQ glaze, making every bite melt in your mouth.
Equipment
- Skillet or Frying Pan
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
Ingredients
Beef Filling
- 1 lb ground beef or beef strips 80/20 preferred for juiciness
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ cup BBQ sauce smoky or spicy preferred
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Taco Assembly
- 8 small tortillas flour or corn
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix
- ¼ cup diced onions
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 small jalapeño sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the beef and cook until browned. If using ground beef, drain excess fat.
- Stir in smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Then, pour in the honey and BBQ sauce, mixing well to coat the beef.
- Let the beef simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and caramelizes.
- Toast the tortillas in a dry pan or over an open flame until slightly charred and warm.
- Assemble the tacos: Fill each tortilla with the honey BBQ beef, top with cheese, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños.
- Serve warm with a side of guacamole or lime wedges. Enjoy!
Notes
For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the beef. If you prefer a low-carb option, serve in lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.