Ground Beef with Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

10 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Ready In: 25 min

“Taking just a little extra time to make this flavorful ground beef makes all the difference in your homemade tacos!” - by Jeannine Gibson

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Original recipe yields 8 servings

Directions

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.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (8 total)

Calories
107 cal
5%

Carbs
0.8 g
< 1%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Pam

Sep. 23, 2012

"This was awesome!! I've been using the store bought seasoning for as long I've been cooking and I won't be buying that anymore. I didn't change a thing except using garlic powder as I didn't have dr..." See moreied "minced" on hand. It was the perfect mix of flavors. Not too spicy, even with the cayenne. Thank you!!"

Sarah Jo

Sep. 30, 2012

"I made this using ground turkey and I went lighter on the salt. This was okay, not our favorite taco-seasoned meat but passable for nacho meat. After tasting it, I did add more spices...." See more"

goldielocs

Apr. 5, 2013

"This was very good and nice to have this recipe on hand when I realized I didnt have a taco seasoning packet. For the "one star" review about the waaaaayyy too much salt. Dont use as much. Pretty sim..." See moreple. Problem solved."

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