Description
Taco meat is a quick and flavorful solution for any meal, transforming simple ingredients into a savory delight. This easy-to-follow recipe combines lean ground beef with a medley of spices, diced onions, and fresh garlic, creating a rich taco filling perfect for tacos, burritos, or nachos. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve a dish that pleases both kids and adults alike. Customize the flavors by adjusting the spices or adding your favorite vegetables for an exciting twist. Not only is this recipe great for weeknight dinners, but it also allows for meal prep and storage, making it perfect for busy days. Get ready to satisfy those taco cravings with this mouthwatering taco meat recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Cook beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 5–7 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add onions and garlic: Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; cook until onions are translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Season: Sprinkle in taco seasoning; mix well with salt and pepper.
- Add sauce: Pour in tomato sauce; simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy in warm tortillas or as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg