Homemade Seasoned Taco Meat

• Gluten free
• Paleo

• Meat

  • 1 1/2 lbs Ground beef, lean

• Produce

  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 2 Green onions
  • 1 Onion, small
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano, dried
  • 1/2 cup Tomatoes

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 pinch Cayenne or red pepper
  • 5 1/2 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Salt

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil

• Nuts & Seeds

  • 5 1/2 tsp Cumin, powder

• Liquids

  • 1 cup Water

Found on premeditatedleftovers.com

Description

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds lean ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• ½ cup chopped tomatoes
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 11/2 teaspoons cumin powder
• 11/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup of water
• 2 green onions, sliced
• pinch of cayenne or red pepper (optional)

Directions

• Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• When the oil is hot, add the ground beef and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until it is no longer pink.
• Add the tomatoes and onions, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the onions have started to soften.
• Add all of the seasonings and the garlic, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.
• Add the water, and bring to a simmer.
• Cover the pan, and simmer for approximately 5 minutes.
• Uncover and continue to cook until most of the liquid has evaporated which will take approximately 5 more minutes.
• Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the green onions.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.