Savory Mexican Spiced Ground Beef
This Savory Mexican Spiced Ground Beef is a versatile and flavorful dish that elevates your meals. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of oregano, chili powder, cumin, garlic, and onion, this ground beef recipe is not only great for tacos and burritos but also works wonderfully with chicken, pork, or steak. Its rich and aromatic flavors will bring a touch of authentic Mexican cuisine to your dining table, making it a favorite among family and friends.
4
Servings
240
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Oregano
2 tablespoons (dried)
Chili Powder
1 tablespoon
Cumin
1 teaspoon
Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon
Onion Powder
2 teaspoons
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Ground Beef
1 lb (raw)
Water
1/2 cup
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, combine oregano, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt to create your seasoning mix. Shake or stir well to ensure even distribution of flavors.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Once the beef is cooked through, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
4
Add 1/2 cup of water and the prepared seasoning mix to the browned beef in the skillet. Mix thoroughly to coat the beef evenly with the spices.
5
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed and the flavors meld, about 10-15 minutes.
6
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve warm as a filling for tacos, burritos, or over rice.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
3g
Carbs
21g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Mexican Spiced Ground Beef?
It is a versatile and flavorful dish seasoned with a blend of oregano, chili powder, cumin, garlic, and onion, perfect for tacos, burritos, or serving over rice.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make 4 servings.
What are the primary spices used in the seasoning mix?
The seasoning mix consists of dried oregano, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
How long does it take to cook the ground beef?
The beef should be cooked for approximately 5-7 minutes until it is browned and no longer pink.
Do I need to drain the fat from the skillet?
Yes, once the beef is cooked through, you should drain any excess fat from the skillet before adding the water and spices.
How much water is added to the recipe?
You should add 1/2 cup of water to the browned beef.
How long should the mixture simmer?
The mixture should simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 240 calories.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 21g of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
This dish contains 3g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 15g of fat.
Can this seasoning be used on other meats?
Yes, this seasoning blend works wonderfully with chicken, pork, or steak in addition to ground beef.
How much oregano is required?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of dried oregano.
How much chili powder should I use?
Use 1 tablespoon of chili powder for this recipe.
How much cumin is needed?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of cumin.
What amount of garlic powder is used?
You will need 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
How much onion powder is in the seasoning?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of onion powder.
What is the amount of salt used?
The seasoning includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What type of oregano should be used?
The recipe specifies using dried oregano.
What temperature should I use to brown the beef?
The beef should be cooked in a large skillet over medium heat.
What temperature should I use for simmering?
The heat should be reduced to low for the simmering stage.
Is this recipe considered a one-pan meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a one-pan meal and an easy dinner.
Can this be used as a taco filling?
Yes, it is highly recommended as a filling for tacos.
Is this beef suitable for burritos?
Absolutely, it works perfectly as a filling for burritos.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 ingredients in total, including the water and spices.
How much ground beef is needed?
You will need 1 lb of raw ground beef.
Should I stir the mixture while it simmers?
Yes, you should stir the mixture occasionally while it simmers.
How do I know when the simmer stage is finished?
The simmer stage is done when the liquid is absorbed and the flavors have melded.
Can I adjust the seasoning at the end?
Yes, the instructions recommend tasting and adjusting the seasoning as necessary before serving.
Is this recipe considered authentic Mexican cuisine?
The description states it brings a touch of authentic Mexican flavors to your dining table.