Description
Tacos are more than just a meal; they are a celebration of flavor, texture, and culinary creativity. Among the endless varieties of tacos, one recipe stands out for its mouthwatering balance of savory, sweet, and smoky: Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Beef Tacos. These tacos feature tender, juicy beef cooked to perfection with rich garlic butter and a tantalizing honey BBQ glaze. Whether you’re hosting a weekend get-together, treating your family to something special, or simply craving bold flavors, this dish delivers a fusion of irresistible tastes.
In this article, we’ll guide you through creating these tacos step by step, offering tips for perfection, variations for personalization, and advice on storage and serving. Let’s dive in!
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1.5 lbs beef steak (skirt steak, flank steak, or ribeye works well)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
Honey BBQ Sauce Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup honey
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (choose your favorite brand or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
For the Tacos:
- 8–10 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (optional for freshness)
- ½ cup diced red onions
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese of your choice)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 1 lime, sliced into wedges
Instructions
1: Prepare the Beef
- Season the beef: Place the beef steak on a clean surface. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin. Rub the spices into the meat for maximum flavor. Allow the beef to rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature. This ensures the seasoning penetrates and the meat cooks evenly.
- Cook the beef: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt. Place the seasoned beef into the skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness. Adjust the cooking time based on your preferred doneness.
- Add garlic butter: In the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic and remaining butter to the skillet. Baste the beef by spooning the melted garlic butter over the meat. Once cooked, transfer the beef to a plate, tent with foil, and allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Slice the beef: After resting, slice the beef thinly against the grain. This ensures tenderness in every bite.
2: Make the Honey BBQ Sauce
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Stir continuously until the mixture begins to simmer. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes, until it thickens slightly and develops a glossy texture.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
3: Assemble the Tacos
- Warm the tortillas: Heat your tortillas on a skillet or directly over a flame for about 20-30 seconds per side. This gives them a warm, slightly charred flavor.
- Layer the ingredients: Begin by placing a few slices of the cooked beef in each tortilla. Drizzle the honey BBQ sauce generously over the beef. Add shredded lettuce, diced red onions, and sliced avocado.
- Add cheese and garnish: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and finish with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve with lime wedges: A squeeze of lime juice adds a refreshing acidity that balances the richness of the beef and sauce.
Notes
A flavorful, easy-to-make recipe combining tender beef, garlic butter, and honey BBQ sauce for an irresistible taco experience.
- Prep Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Category: Main Course
- Method: Method: Pan-searing, Stove-top
- Cuisine: Cuisine: Fusion (Mexican-American)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: Cholesterol: 45 mg