Garlic Butter BBQ Tacos (Printable Version)

Smoky, buttery beef meets honey BBQ in these crispy, flavor-packed tacos.

# Everything You’ll Need:

01 - 1 lb ground beef or diced steak

02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter

03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

04 - 1 tbsp honey

05 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce

06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika

07 - 1/2 tsp chili powder

08 - Salt, to taste

09 - Black pepper, to taste

10 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas

11 - 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)

12 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

13 - 1/4 cup diced onions

14 - 1/4 cup spicy mayo or cheese sauce

15 - Lime wedges, for serving

01 - In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

02 - Add ground beef or diced steak to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.

03 - Stir in smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly to coat the meat evenly.

04 - Pour in barbecue sauce and honey. Stir to coat the beef and let simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.

05 - Toast tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat until warm and slightly charred on both sides.

06 - Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla and top with shredded cheese, diced onions, and cilantro.

07 - Drizzle tacos with spicy mayo or cheese sauce and serve with lime wedges on the side.

01 - Frying the tortillas briefly in butter enhances texture and flavor.

02 - Adjust the sweetness by reducing or omitting honey based on preference.

03 - Make the beef filling ahead of time and reheat for faster assembly.