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Beef Taco Seasoning for One Pound

Beef Taco Seasoning for One Pound

A beef taco seasoning sized for one pound of ground beef, with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 15 kcal

Equipment

  • Small mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spoon

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp table salt

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Mix. Stir all the spices together in a bowl.
  • Brown the beef. Cook 1 lb ground beef until no pink remains and it reaches 160 degrees F, then drain the fat.
  • Add seasoning. Stir in the full batch with 1/3 cup water.
  • Simmer. Cook over low heat until the water evaporates and the beef is coated.
  • Serve. Spoon into taco shells or tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Substitutions: Use regular paprika instead of smoked paprika, or ground turkey in place of beef (cook to 165 degrees F).
Tips: Double the batch for 2 lb of meat. Add cayenne for more heat.
Storage: Keep extra dry mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for several months. Refrigerate cooked meat for 3 to 4 days.
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