Better Than Restaurant Taco Meat

35m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 3 pounds of 93/7 lean ground sirloin to a pot.
  2. 2Pour in enough beef broth to cover the top of the meat.
  3. 3Add 2 tablespoons of chili powder.
  4. 4Add 1 tablespoon of black pepper.
  5. 5Add 1 teaspoon of ground cumin.
  6. 6Add 1 and a half tablespoons of garlic powder.
  7. 7Add 1 tablespoon of onion powder.
  8. 8Add 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika.
  9. 9Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
  10. 10Break up the ground meat thoroughly.
  11. 11Add 1 diced onion.
  12. 12Add 2 large diced jalapeños.
  13. 13Pour in one 10.5-ounce can of pureed Rotel tomatoes.
  14. 14Mix all ingredients well.
  15. 15Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 30 minutes.
  16. 16After 30 minutes, ensure the meat is completely broken up.
  17. 17Add 2 teaspoons of cornstarch dissolved in a quarter cup of water.
  18. 18Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds ground sirloin (93/7 lean)
  • enough to cover the meat beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1.5 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 onion
  • 2 jalapenos (large)
  • 10.5 ounce can pureed Rotel tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 0.25 cup water

Equipment

potmeat choppermeasuring cups and spoons

Tips

  • You can use bell pepper instead of jalapeños if you prefer.
  • Ensure the meat is well broken up after simmering.