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Copycat Taco Bell Style Seasoned Ground Beef

Savory Copycat Taco Bell Style Seasoned Ground Beef Recipe

Create a delicious Copycat Taco Bell Style Seasoned Ground Beef in just 15 minutes, perfect for tacos or nachos!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound ground beef or leaner ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 tablespoon beef bouillon paste enhances flavor
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour thickener
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder signature spice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika adds color
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar balances flavors
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste adds acidity
  • 1/2 cup water for moisture

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown 1 pound of ground beef for 5–7 minutes until no longer pink.
  2. Reduce heat to low, stir in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon cumin, and 1 teaspoon beef bouillon paste, followed by 2 tablespoons tomato paste, ½ teaspoon sugar, and ½ cup water.
  3. Increase heat back to medium and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and serve immediately in tacos, burritos, or nachos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure to break beef into very small crumbles for optimal texture. Adjust spice levels as desired.

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