Mexican Taco Meat Recipe
This quick Mexican taco meat recipe makes the best seasoned taco meat with a simple homemade taco meat sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need something easy, healthy, and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ cup tomato puree, or tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons water or beef broth
- Homemade Taco Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ½ tablespoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Make the taco meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound lean ground beef
- Add the sauce base: Stir in tomato puree, water or beef broth, and all seasonings. Mix well so the flavors come together.½ cup tomato puree, 3 tablespoons water or beef broth, 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon oregano, ½ tablespoon chili powder, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, Pinch of red pepper flakes, Homemade Taco Seasoning
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally so it thickens slightly and the spices get cozy with the beef.
- Serve: Spoon the seasoned taco meat into tacos, taco salads, stuffed jalapeños, or enchiladas. Top with your favorite fixings and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 138kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 17gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 289mgPotassium: 391mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 397IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg
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