Taco Meat Ground Beef Mexican (Printer-Friendly)
Seasoned ground beef with rich spices and a savory kick. Perfect for tacos, nachos, and quick family meals.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef (70-80% lean)
→ Spices
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Sauce
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1/2 cup tomato sauce
→ Oils
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
# Steps to Follow:
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
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Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5 to 7 minutes.
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Carefully drain off any excess grease from the skillet for a less greasy filling.
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Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the cooked beef. Stir well to coat evenly.
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Pour in the tomato sauce and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
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Use the taco meat as a filling for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or as a topping for salads, nachos, or pizza. Serve hot.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Allowing the meat to simmer in spices and tomato sauce deepens the flavor without requiring additional water.
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Make a large batch and freeze portions for up to 3 months for quick weeknight meals.