Beef Tacos

Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound ground organic grass-fed beef
• 1 small yellow onion, chopped
• 2 large garlic cloves, diced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 4 tortillas, 4 lettuce wraps, or 8 taco shells

Fillings (your choice):

• 3/4 cup organic sour cream or vegan sour cream
• 1 cup nutritional yeast
• 1/2 cup grated carrot
• 1 cup diced lettuce
• 1 avocado, cubed
• 1 pepper, diced
• Fresh chopped cilantro
• 1 handful broccoli sprouts
• 16 ounces black beans (soaked, cooked, soft)

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric and black pepper. Sauté for 1 minute until sizzling.
2. Add the ground beef and cook 3 to 4 minutes until browned, stirring frequently.
3. Add onion, garlic, cumin, remaining 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, paprika, salt, pepper, and chili powder (if using). Stir and cook for 7 minutes until vegetables are tender and flavors combine well.
4. Place 1/4 cup of meat into each tortilla, or 2 tablespoons into each taco shell, then add your preferred fillings.