Taco Meat Recipe
Whether you’re hosting a taco night or just whipping up a quick family dinner, ground beef tacos are an easy and delicious option.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning or use the homemade seasoning below
- ½ cup water
- 8 taco shells hard or soft
- Toppings: shredded lettuce diced tomatoes, grated cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
- Homemade Taco Seasoning Optional
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Onion and Garlic Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until it softens, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Brown the Ground Beef Add the ground beef, using a spatula to break it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Draining any excess fat is recommended for a leaner taco meat recipe.
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef. Add water and stir well. Let the mixture cook for 5 minutes until it thickens. This allows the flavors to meld into a perfect taco meat recipe filling.
- Warm the Taco Shells While the beef is cooking, heat the taco shells according to the package directions. For soft tacos, toast the tortillas on a skillet for a minute on each side.
- Assemble Your Tacos Spoon the seasoned taco meat recipe into each taco shell. Top with your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and sour cream.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, mix in fresh chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice over the meat before serving.
Nutritional Information
Per Taco: 250 calories | 12g fat | 20g carbohydrates | 15g protein
Per Taco: 250 calories | 12g fat | 20g carbohydrates | 15g protein