Beef And Black Bean Taco Filling Recipe

Craveable and healthy beef and black bean taco filling! Perfect for tacos, taco salads, or burrito bowls. This recipe delivers big on flavor with a simple 95-minute cooking process. Get ready for a fiesta in your mouth!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 378.5 kcal
Protein 74g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Beef And Black Bean Taco Filling

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beef And Black Bean Taco Filling

  • Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • Tomatoes And Green Chilies
  • Onion
  • Green Bell Pepper
  • Garlic Cloves
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • Chicken Broth
  • 1 tsp salt

How to Make Beef And Black Bean Taco Filling

  1. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 tbsp cumin, 2 tbsp chili powder, and 1 tsp salt to the browned beef. Stir well to coat.
  3. Add 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color), and 1/2 cup beef broth.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 30 minutes, or until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the flavors have melded. Stir occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more chili powder for extra heat or salt to taste.
  6. Serve immediately in your favorite tacos, taco salad, or burrito bowls. Garnish with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, or cilantro.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

32g

Carbs

6g