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Easy Weeknight Taco Meat

This is how I make our favorite seasoned ground beef for tacos with homemade taco seasoning on a weeknight in less than 15 minutes.  This flavorful, easy taco meat is an quick dinner solution on busy weeknights, and always a hit with the family!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 303kcal
Author: Amy Nash

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ cup water

Taco Seasoning

  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon chipotle chili powder

Instructions

  • In a large pan over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
  • Add tomato paste, water and all the spices to the ground beef. Stir to mix them together, and bring to a simmer.
  • Cover and simmer for 5 minutes then remove from heat and use for tacos, nachos, or taco salad.

Notes

You can substitute ½ cup of tomato sauce for the tomato paste and water, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 451mg | Potassium: 437mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 591IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg