Taco Filling Recipe 🌮
Description: Dive into the Tex Mex flavors with this delectable Taco Filling recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for lunches, snacks, or any Tex Mex-themed gatherings, this filling is a blend of lean ground beef, vegetables, and spices, simmered to perfection in a crockpot.
- Cook Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 20 ounces
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 lb | Lean ground beef |
| 1 1/2 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1 | Red bell pepper |
| 1 tsp | Chili powder |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1 | Minced onion |
| 1/2 tsp | Paprika |
| 1/2 tsp | Onion powder |
| 1/4 tsp | Garlic powder |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 3 tbsp | White vinegar |
| To taste | Cocoa powder |
Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef with the flour, minced red pepper, chili powder, salt, minced onion, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Do not include the cocoa powder.
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Thoroughly mix the ingredients into the ground beef using your hands. Ensure an even distribution of the seasonings.
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Transfer the seasoned beef mixture to a crockpot. Add water and white vinegar to the crockpot, ensuring the beef is fully submerged.
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Sprinkle a little cocoa powder over the beef mixture. This adds a unique depth of flavor to the filling.
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Cook the mixture on low heat for approximately 2 hours. It’s essential to maintain a low simmer to allow the flavors to meld together perfectly.
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Every 20 to 30 minutes, sprinkle a small amount of cocoa powder over the mixture, and gently mash the beef using a potato masher. This helps infuse the cocoa flavor evenly throughout the filling.
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Once the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the meat and remaining liquid to a saucepan. Simmer gently until the excess water evaporates, leaving behind a rich and flavorful taco filling.
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Serve the taco filling warm, accompanied by your favorite taco shells, tortillas, or as a topping for salads or nachos. Enjoy the explosion of Tex Mex flavors in every bite!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 166.6
- Fat: 7.9g
- Saturated Fat: 3.1g
- Cholesterol: 49.1mg
- Sodium: 496.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.5g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Protein: 16.2g
Keywords:
Grains, Vegetable, Meat, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., Mexican, High Protein, Potluck, Spicy, Weeknight, Easy, Inexpensive
Indulge in the flavors of the Southwestern U.S. with this easy-to-make, protein-packed Taco Filling recipe. Whether you’re hosting a potluck, preparing a weeknight meal, or simply craving a spicy Tex Mex treat, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds!
