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Taco filling or burrito base Recipe

Mexican · Main course · 25 min total

A versatile, savory ground beef mixture seasoned with chili, cumin, and paprika, perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
2. Add onion and garlic to the skillet; cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add tomato sauce and water; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5. Serve immediately in warm tortillas or as a burrito filling.

Tips

• For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño with the onion.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
• This filling also works well in nachos, quesadillas, or over rice.

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