I wasn’t happy with the way that the flavour of the beef taco filling tasted when using the packet mixes. I gave up using the taco mix and used the chili seasoning packets instead, and added a little American tomato paste is sold in the UK as tomato puree, and usually in a tube. More. Now the family prefers homemade tacos to the chains’ versions!
Beef Taco Meat Filling
Whether you prefer hard shells or soft shell tacos, the beef filling makes all the difference. This is a quick and easy way to get tasty homemade tacos.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (455 grams) beef mince
- 1/2 taco or chili seasoning packet (Old El Paso or Discovery)
- 2 Tbs tomato paste (aka American tomato paste is sold in the UK as tomato puree, and usually in a tube. More, 100g is normally a tube)
Instructions
- Ignore the instructions on the seasoning mix packet.
- Brown the beef Minced beef, turkey or other meats, is the British term for the ground meat. More, add chopped onion if desired. This is a great time to shred cheese or chop any other veggies you'll need.
- When mince is browned, stir in approximately half of the seasoning packet and the tomato puree. Add more if desired.
- If mixture seems dry, add a little water, we like ours a little juicy.
- Spoon into shells and add your favourite toppings, such as shredded cheddar, salsa, chopped onion, lettuce, tomatoes, or sour cream.
Notes
Make it extra special and nest a hard shell inside a soft shell with re-fried beans in between.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 97Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 335mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 6g
Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.
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