Taco Meat Recipe
Make flavorful taco meat in just 15 minutes with this easy 4 ingredient recipe that includes ground beef, onion, homemade taco seasoning and salsa. A ground beef taco is a classic dinner favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef , 80-90% lean
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- 1-2 Tablespoons taco seasoning , more to taste
- ½ cup salsa
- ¼ cup water , more as needed
S&P to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and onion and cook until browned, stirring occasionally breaking up any large pieces.
- Once browned, drain off any extra grease. Then add in the taco seasoning, salsa or tomato sauce and water. Bring to a light simmer. Add more water as desired.
- Serve in tacos, taco salads or burritos.
Notes
Storage: Store leftover taco meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Place in a freezer bag, remove all the air, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a skillet or microwave until warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 13g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 53mg, Sodium: 271mg, Potassium: 285mg, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 180IU, Vitamin C: 1.7mg, Calcium: 23mg, Iron: 1.6mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
