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Taco Meat

Cultural Context

Taco meat is a staple in Mexican cuisine, often used as a filling for tacos, burritos, and other dishes. It reflects the rich culinary traditions of Mexico, where flavors are bold and ingredients are fresh. The dish has gained popularity worldwide, adapting to various tastes and preferences.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 beef bouillon cube
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup water

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is more nutritious, while vegetable oil is typically cheaper.

1

Preheat a pan.

2

Brown 1 pound of lean ground beef (90/10 ratio) in the preheated pan without draining the fat.

3

Break apart the beef while browning.

4

Add 1 beef bouillon cube to the beef and mix well.

5

Add 2 teaspoons of chili powder, 2 teaspoons of paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin to the beef.

6

Mix all seasonings into the beef and continue cooking.

7

Add around 1/2 cup of water to the mixture and bring to a boil.

8

Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer on low heat for 10 to 15 minutes.

9

Check that the water has reduced and the meat is not floating in water before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningmixingsimmering

Equipment Needed

panlid

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Ground Beef TacosTaco Filling
Local Name: carne para tacos

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