Description
A juicy, seasoned ground beef filling packed with spices like cumin and paprika. Free from pork, alcohol, and lard, this recipe delivers tender, flavorful meat perfect for tacos or burritos.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs ground beef (70/30 fat blend recommended)
1 medium onion
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tbsp chili powder
splash of apple cider vinegar (1-2 tsp)
salt and pepper to taste
optional garlic powder or onion powder
Instructions
Dice onion and measure spices
Brown beef over high heat until liquid evaporates
Drain excess fat; sauté onion 4 minutes
Add spices, vinegar, and simmer 5 minutes
Adjust seasoning to taste
Notes
Replace beef with ground turkey for a leaner option
Cook in batches for better browning
Use a meat thermometer (160°F)
Freeze spice mix for future use
Avoid crowding meat in the pan
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg