Best 7 Perfectly Seasoned Taco Meat Recipes

THE BEST TACO MEAT

Steps:

• Cook and crumble the ground beef, sprinkling with the spices as it begins to crumble, Drain any excess grease and add the beans and corn. Stir to combine. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, just to warm everything. Taste and adjust spices as needed. Serve immediately or let cool and portion into freezer safe containers. Enjoy!

PERFECTLY SEASONED TACO MEAT

Steps:

• Saute meat (and onion if using fresh); drain fat if necessary; turn heat to low.
• Sprinkle dried onion, herbs and seasonings over the meat; stir to mix well.
• Add water; stirring again.
• Cover and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, until most of the water has been absorbed; remove lid and let dry; remove from heat.
• USES: Tacos, burritoes, enchiladas, taco salad, sloppy taco joes, nachoes, taco dip.
• BRILLIANT IDEA: Pour dried onion flakes, seasonings and herbs into a pile on a small square of foil. Close tightly, store in a zippered plastic baggie. Use as you would a store-bought packet!

GROUND BEEF WITH HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING MIX

Steps:

• Mix minced onion, salt, chili powder, cornstarch, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, dried minced garlic, and oregano in a bowl.
• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble ground beef into the hot skillet. Cook and stir until the beef is completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease.
• Return ground beef to heat. Pour seasoning mixture and water over the beef; stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook until the moisture absorbs into the meat, about 5 minutes.

TACO SEASONING I

Steps:

• In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container.

SEASONED TACO MEAT

Steps:

• In a large cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add water and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until the water is evaporated, about 15 minutes.

BEEF TACOS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
• For the beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and onions. Cook until starting to soften, then add the ground beef. Cook the meat until it's totally browned, then drain the fat. Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper and crushed red pepper and stir to combine. Add 1/2 cup hot water and stir. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
• For the fixins: Meanwhile, wrap the flour tortillas in foil and warm in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Right before serving, crisp the taco shells in the oven according to package instructions.
• Serve with the grated cheese, diced tomatoes and shredded lettuce.

TACO-SEASONED MEAT

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onions until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the taco seasoning. Cool. , Spoon 2-1/2 cups into four resealable freezer bags. Freeze for up to 3 months.