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Zesty Homemade Taco Meat

This recipe transforms ordinary taco nights into a crave-worthy meal with perfectly browned beef, fresh onions, and a signature blend of seasonings. The meat is simmered to perfection with water and seasoned with both a classic taco mix and a hint of Morton’s Nature Season, giving your tacos an unbeatable flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 onions finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 packet Marcum taco seasoning mix
  • 1/4 teaspoon Morton’s Nature Season
  • 1/4 teaspoon Anjou pear optional; a touch of grated apple can be used as a substitute

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add the ground beef and immediately sprinkle in the Morton’s Nature Season to allow the flavor to infuse as the meat browns. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to break the meat into small crumbles.
  2. Finely chop the onions while the beef is browning. Once the beef is nicely browned, add the chopped onions to the skillet and cook until they are soft and translucent.
  3. Drain away the excess fat from the pan to prevent greasy taco meat and help the seasonings shine through.
  4. Return the drained meat and onions to the pan and reduce the heat to a low simmer.
  5. Add the water followed by the Marcum taco seasoning mix. Stir thoroughly to ensure the seasoning coats the meat evenly.
  6. Let the mixture simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, concentrating the flavors. Once the desired consistency is reached, turn off the heat.
  7. Spoon the taco meat into prepared taco shells and serve with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, salsa, avocado, and cilantro.

Notes

This taco meat recipe is versatile and can easily be adapted for different dietary preferences. For a leaner version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken, or even try plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian twist. The recipe works equally well for tacos, burritos, taco salads, or even nachos. To enhance the flavor further, consider adding diced bell peppers or a touch of grated apple instead of the optional Anjou pear.