Taco Bell Meat Recipe
Craving that iconic Taco Bell Meat Recipe flavor at home? This copycat recipe delivers the exact taste you love.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Wooden spoon for stirring
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small mixing bowl
- Colander (for draining)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef to pan.
- Break meat into small pieces.
- Cook beef for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir frequently while cooking.
- Drain excess fat from pan.
- Mix all spices in bowl.
- Add spice mixture to beef.
- Pour water over seasoned meat.
- Stir everything together well.
- Reduce heat to low setting.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Stir occasionally during cooking.
- Meat should be fully cooked.
- Remove from heat when ready.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for best flavor and texture results
- Don't skip draining fat - it prevents greasy final product
- Simmer on low heat to prevent burning the spices
- Make spice blend ahead of time for quicker cooking
- Double the recipe and freeze half for future meals