Description
Taco meat is a quick and delicious way to elevate any meal, bringing the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine right to your table. This easy recipe features lean ground beef seasoned with a perfect blend of spices, creating a savory filling that’s great for tacos, burritos, or salads. In under 30 minutes, you can prepare a crowd-pleasing dish that allows everyone to customize their own tacos with fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado. Whether it’s Taco Tuesday or a casual weeknight dinner, this taco meat recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and versatility.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2/3 cup water
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it browns (approximately 5 minutes).
- Drain excess fat if needed, then stir in taco seasoning and mix well.
- Pour in water, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the meat as it cooks.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Make larger batches to freeze for quick meals later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg