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Homemade Spicy Ground Beef Taco Meat Recipe

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This flavorful Taco Meat recipe combines lean ground beef with a blend of aromatic spices, sautéed onions, garlic, and pureed black beans for a rich, hearty filling. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or as a base for Mexican-inspired dishes, this recipe is quick to prepare and simmered slowly to develop deep flavors.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 500g / 1 lb lean ground beef (5% fat)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 2 tbsp cumin
  • 2 tsp dried coriander
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 125ml / 1/2 cup water
  • Salt to taste
  • 170g / 1 cup canned black beans, blended

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over low heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté gently for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the pressed garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its aroma, being careful not to burn it.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: Add the lean ground beef to the pan and cook over medium heat until browned and no longer pink throughout. If not using lean beef, drain excess fat at this point to keep the dish healthy and less greasy.
  3. Add Spices and Simmer: Stir in cumin, dried coriander, chilli powder, oregano, tomato paste, water, and a pinch of salt. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and allow it to simmer gently for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  4. Prepare Black Beans Puree: While the beef simmers, blend the canned black beans with their liquid in a food processor or blender until smooth. This adds thickness and depth to the taco meat.
  5. Combine and Finish Cooking: Add the pureed black beans to the beef mixture. Simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the mixture thickens. Taste and adjust salt as necessary before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute canned black beans with cooked black beans for a fresher option.
  • For extra heat, add chopped fresh chili or a dash of hot sauce.
  • This taco meat works well as a filling for tacos, burritos, nachos, or even as a topping for baked potatoes.
  • Use lean beef to reduce fat content and drain fat if using regular ground beef to make it healthier.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/homemade-spicy-ground-beef-taco-meat-recipe/