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Ground Taco Meat

A quick and flavorful ground taco meat recipe perfect for various dishes like tacos, burrito bowls, or nachos.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Pour in the beef broth or water, stirring to combine.
  7. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
  8. Stir in the lime juice just before serving, if desired.

Notes

Serve in tortillas, over rice, or on nachos for a delicious meal.