The Easiest Taco Meat Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    546 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Mexican, Tex-Mex

The Easiest Taco Meat Recipe

This easy Taco Meat recipe is the secret to the absolute BEST tacos you'll ever make at home! With a homemade blend of taco seasonings and tomato sauce, this recipe delivers the most flavorful taco meat in just 20 minutes.he

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Ingredients

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  • 17.6 oz ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 1 pack corn tortillas or taco shells
  • parsley
  • sour cream or toppings of choice
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Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook the meat while breaking it with a wooden spoon. Cook until the beef is brown and no longer pink.
  2. Add the tomato sauce and all the spices, including salt and pepper.
  3. Stir everything together
  4. Let it simmer for 5 minutes
  5. Serve with over taco shells with desired toppings.
  6. You can make your own taco shells using corn tortillas.
  7. To make them yourself, heat ½ cup oil in a skillet. Carefully dip the tortilla in the oil; when it sizzles, it is hot enough. Fry the tortilla on each side for about 30 seconds.
  8. Transfer the tortilla to a kitchen towel to absorb the oil, then gently fold it to create a taco shell.

Notes

  • Ground beef: For this recipe, lean ground beef is recommended. It's healthier and less greasy, but still delivers a great flavor. However, you can also use ground turkey or ground chicken if you prefer chicken tacos.
  • Fridge: If you have leftover taco meat, it can be stored in the refrigerator. Place it in an airtight container, and it will keep for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: After cooking your batch of ground beef taco meat, allow it to cool completely. Then, store it in an airtight container in the freezer. This homemade taco meat can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw: When ready to enjoy your homemade tacos again, move the frozen taco meat from the freezer to the refrigerator. Allow it to thaw overnight.
  • Reheat Instructions: To reheat, place it in a pan over medium heat. Stir it occasionally until it is heated through. For the best flavor, serve your reheated taco meat immediately.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 546kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 17g Trans Fat 2g Cholesterol 89mg (30%) Sodium 561mg (23%) Potassium 588mg (17%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 294IU (6%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 96mg (10%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 546 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 546kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 17g 85%
Trans Fat 2g 100%
Cholesterol 89mg 30%
Sodium 561mg 23%
Potassium 588mg 13%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 294IU 6%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 96mg 10%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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