Dan's Taco Meat Recipe

A family favorite taco meat recipe! This easy-to-make recipe, passed down from my step-dad, delivers tender, flavorful beef perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, or bowls. Enjoy the nostalgic taste of home-cooked goodness in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 337.9 kcal
Protein 50g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dan's Taco Meat

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How to Make Dan's Taco Meat

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown 1 lb ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1/2 cup ketchup, 1 (15-ounce) can of drained and rinsed kidney beans, 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
  3. Stir to combine and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through and flavors have melded. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  4. Serve in your favorite corn or flour tortillas, or over a bed of crisp lettuce for a refreshing taco salad!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

34g

Carbs

6g