Taco Meat Recipe
This Taco Meat Recipe is an easy, flavor-packed dish perfect for taco night! Made with seasoned ground beef, simmered to perfection, and ready in 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 for best flavor
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Brown the Meat: Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Season the Meat: Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, oregano, and cayenne (if using) over the meat. Stir to coat evenly.
- Simmer for Flavor: Pour in tomato sauce, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and let simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Finish with Lime: Stir in fresh lime juice, then remove from heat.
- Serve & Enjoy: Use as a filling for tacos, burritos, or bowls. Top with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and avocado!