Not Really Taco Bells Taco Meat Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

COPYCAT TACO BELL BEEF RECIPE



Copycat Taco Bell Beef Recipe image

Don't want to go through the drive-thru? No problem. Just whip up this copycat Taco Bell beef recipe in the comfort of your own home.

Provided by Kristen Carli,Mashed Staff

Categories     main dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup oats
1 teaspoon MSG such as Ac'cent
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Place the oats in a food processor and pulse until ground into a flour.
  • In a large skillet at medium heat, pour the olive oil, then add the beef and 2 tablespoons of oat flour. Cook, breaking up with the back of a wooden spoon, until no longer pink.
  • Add MSG, chili powder, salt, sugar, cumin, onion powder, and garlic powder. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 81 mg cholesterol, Fat 25 g fat, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 21 g protein, SaturatedFat 9 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 292 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g

JUST LIKE TACO BELL TACOS



Just Like Taco Bell Tacos image

Forget the drive-thru, this is how to make a beef tacos recipe that tastes just like Taco Bell tacos for an easy Taco Tuesday dinner at home any night of the week.

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound 85% lean ground beef
1/2 white onion (, diced)
2 cloves garlic (, pressed or minced)
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoons pepper
2 cups tomato juice
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
12 taco shells
2 cups cheddar cheese (, shredded)
sliced lettuce
chopped tomatoes
avocado
onion
sour cream

Steps:

  • Add the ground beef to a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook until browned, about 10 minutes, breaking into small pieces as it browns.
  • Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the beef is well browned and the onion is translucent.
  • Add the cumin, chili powder, garlic salt, kosher salt, and black pepper and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring often.
  • Stir in the tomato juice and cornmeal and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the juice has cooked down and the cornmeal softens, stirring occasionally. Add more tomato juice or water if the mixture clumps.
  • Place the taco shells on a sheet pan or in a baking dish and spoon about 1/3 cup taco meat into each shell and sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Broil in a toaster oven or oven until the cheese melts.
  • Garnish the tacos with fixings and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 taco, Calories 238 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 569 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

ALMOST TACO BELL FAMOUS TACOS (IN OUR HOUSE!!)



Almost Taco Bell Famous Tacos (In Our House!!) image

Who doesn't love an authentic Taco Bell Taco? Ever try and make them at home only to end up with a meat substance that resembles NOTHING of Taco Bell's? Well.. this recipe is the closest I have come, and I never get complaints ;)

Provided by ChickNpie

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 20 tacos approx, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean ground beef
1 (250 ml) can low-fat refried beans (we use mild)
1 (70 g) packet old el paso taco seasoning
garlic
salt
pepper
4 -6 taco shells
1 cup shredded cheese
1 cup chredded lettuce
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 or 425 (for the taco shells).
  • Brown meat.
  • Add can of refried beans (we think THIS is the secret ingredient).
  • Add taco seasoning.
  • Add garlic, salt and pepper and heat until beans are heated all the way through, remove from heat.
  • Brown taco shells.
  • Prepare tacos with whatever you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.6, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 91.8, Sodium 1811.6, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 29.3

COPYCAT TACO BELL SEASONED BEEF



Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef image

This is the Holy Grail of all Taco Bell Recipes. If you want to make a taco or anything else beefy, you need to start with the meat!

Provided by EmKenBken

Categories     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 3 3/4 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 lbs ground beef
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (15 ounce) tomato puree
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon flavor enhancer, such as Ac'cent
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Add beef; cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 9 to 12 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients; simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 12 to 15 minutes.

More about "not really taco bells taco meat recipes"

NOT REALLY TACO BELL’S TACO MEAT - INSTANT POT
• To make a copycat version of Taco Bell’s quesadilla sauce for tacos, whisk these ingredients in a medium bowl until uniform: 2/3 cup regular or low-fat …
From instantpot.com
Author Bruce Weinstein And Mark Scarbrough


BARBACOA TACOS - WHOLESOME YUM
Apr 26, 2025 Why You Need My Barbacoa Tacos Recipe. Bold, flavorful, fall-apart tender beef – It soaks up all that smoky, tangy sauce chipotle peppers, garlic, lime, and spices… and …
From wholesomeyum.com


ONE-POT TACO PASTA - THE SEASONED MOM
Apr 30, 2025 This creamy one-pot taco pasta recipe is an easy dinner made from scratch with ground beef and shells in a cheesy, zesty tomato sauce. ... When the oil shimmers, add the …
From theseasonedmom.com


16 GROUND BEEF RECIPES YOU CAN MAKE WITH 6 INGREDIENTS OR LESS
May 17, 2025 With a package of ground beef and just five or fewer other ingredients (not including salt, pepper, oil, or water) you can make any of these delicious recipes. ... so it really …
From simplyrecipes.com


TACO BELL GROUND BEEF RECIPE – MASTERS OF KITCHEN
Apr 28, 2025 Black pepper (½ teaspoon). Tomato powder or tomato paste (optional but adds richness). Oats (optional) – to mimic texture (about 1 tablespoon) Maltodextrin or a pinch of …
From mastersofkitchen.com


SHREDDED BEEF TACOS - THE SALTY MARSHMALLOW
Apr 28, 2025 Personally, I love any kind of shredded meat in recipes. Chicken, pork, beef – you name it! The blend of taco seasoning, garlic, hot sauce, and a surprise hint of lime juice really …
From thesaltymarshmallow.com


LOW CARB CABBAGE TACO SKILLET: AN INCREDIBLE ULTIMATE RECIPE
16 hours ago – 1 lb ground beef (or turkey for a leaner option) – 1 small head of green cabbage, chopped – 1 medium onion, diced – 2 cloves garlic, minced – 1 tablespoon olive oil – 1 packet …
From recipemasterpiece.com


COWBOY PASTA SALAD - MOM ON TIMEOUT
1 day ago Whisk together olive oil, lime juice and taco seasoning. Add the cooled pasta, ground beef, corn, black beans, cheddar cheese, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, jalapeños and green …
From momontimeout.com


TACO BELL MEAT RECIPE - THE SLOW ROASTED ITALIAN
Mar 25, 2023 Taco Bell Beef Ingredients. Ground Beef – I prefer to use 85% lean ground meat, but feel free to use your favorite. For fattier blends, you will need to drain off any excess grease before adding the spices. All Purpose …
From theslowroasteditalian.com


COPYCAT TACO BELL'S TOP-SECRET TACO RECIPE - RECIPES.NET
Nov 12, 2023 Ingredients. For Beef Filling: 1⅓ lb ground beef, preferably chuck and lean; 5½ oz red onions, minced; ¼ cup beef broth; 1½ tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp taco seasoning; 2 tsp chili powder; ½ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp paprika; ¼ tsp …
From recipes.net


LENTIL TACO MEAT RECIPE - BY THE FORKFUL
16 hours ago This lentil taco meat recipe is a smoky, saucy, and protein-packed vegetarian alternative to ground beef. It’s made with ready-to-eat beluga lentils simmered in a rich …
From bytheforkful.com


TACO TATER TOT CASSEROLE - THIS SAVORY VEGAN
May 16, 2025 Heat the oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the bell peppers, onion, jalapeño, beef crumbles & taco seasoning and cook down for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. …
From thissavoryvegan.com


EASY CHEESY TACO PASTA CASSEROLE RECIPE (READY IN 1 HOUR!)
Apr 22, 2025 How to Serve Taco Pasta Casserole. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to set-up before serving. You can serve it exactly as is, but we love to add some …
From easydinnerideas.com


THE BEST TACO MEAT YOU'VE EVER TASTED - BAREFEET IN …
Apr 4, 2022 How To Use Taco Meat. This Taco Meat Recipe is really the only one you need to cook some of the best tacos you’ve ever had. It tastes great in flour tortillas, corn tortillas, and crispy taco shells. You can top this meat with …
From barefeetinthekitchen.com


16 DINNER IDEAS USING LEFTOVER TACO MEAT YOU’LL CRAVE …
Jan 27, 2025 Quick and easy weeknight dinners are a breeze with these leftover taco meat recipes! Whether you whip up fresh taco meat or use leftovers from a previous meal, we’ve gathered the best ideas to make family dinners stress …
From shesnotcookin.com


NOT REALLY TACO BELL’S TACO MEAT - PINTEREST
Mar 10, 2024 - If you read the ingredients in Taco Bell’s taco meat, there’s cocoa powder (as here) and smoky flavorings (so the smoked paprika here). But there’s also an “oat isolate” …
From pinterest.com


WHAT MEAT IS USED IN TACO BELL? SPOILER: IT'S NOT A MYSTERY MEAT ...
Seasoned Beef. Grab 1 pound of ground chuck. It’s the good stuff, with 80% lean meat. Brown the meat in a skillet. Stir it often, so it doesn’t stick or burn.
From dishdecoder.com


COPYCAT TACO BELL MEAT RECIPE (SO MUCH BETTER THAN TAKEOUT!)
Apr 17, 2025 What to Serve with Taco Bell Meat. Hard or soft taco shells – the classics! Nachos – layer with cheese, beans, and your favorite toppings. Taco bowls – over rice, lettuce, or even …
From mmmrecipes.com


HOW TO MAKE TACO BELL COPYCAT GROUND BEEF, ACCORDING TO A …
1 day ago If you make ground beef tacos at home using taco kit ingredients, it's likely your meat doesn't come out nearly as smooth. But what's interesting about Taco Bell's seasoned beef is …
From thetakeout.com


THE BEST TACO MEAT RECIPE EVER! - LAUREN'S LATEST
Apr 24, 2023 Storing Leftover Taco Meat. Store leftover taco meat in an airtight container in the fridge. Stored properly, taco meat will stay fresh for up to 4-5 days. To reheat, microwave or …
From laurenslatest.com


SLOW COOKER TACO SOUP RECIPE | GLUTEN FREE GODDESS RECIPES
2 days ago Pour the leftover taco soup back into the slow cooker. Set the slow cooker to low and heat for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally. Once the soup is thoroughly heated, serve with your …
From glutenfreegoddessrecipes.com


TACO MEAT ALTERNATIVES : R/VEGANRECIPES - REDDIT
You can get frozen "ground beef" crumbles, and those are fine, or similar taco "meat" vegan protein. but for a cheaper, more customizable option, textured vegetable protein is basically …
From reddit.com


TACO BELL MEAT - FAVORITE FAMILY RECIPES
May 20, 2024 This Taco Bell meat recipe tastes just like the real deal. The texture and flavor is spot-on plus it's SO easy to make! ... smoked paprika, and cumin, which makes it taste really …
From favfamilyrecipes.com


GROUND BEEF TACO SKILLET RECIPE - SOUTHERN LIVING
Apr 27, 2025 Poblano peppers add fresh flavor, but your favorite color of bell pepper would work just as well. For a little more spice, add additional hot sauce or switch to pepper Jack cheese. …
From southernliving.com


EASY TACO MEAT - GET INSPIRED EVERYDAY!
Mar 27, 2025 Storing leftovers. To store – store each part of this recipe separately in airtight containers in the fridge for 4-5 days. Make ahead – you can make the taco meat ahead and …
From getinspiredeveryday.com


BIG MAC SMASHBURGER TACOS - THE COUNTRY COOK
1 day ago Repeat the process with all 8 burgers. Then sprinkle each burger with salt and pepper or a sprinkle of steak seasoning. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Take your …
From thecountrycook.net


THE ORGINAL TACO BELL GROUND BEEF RECIPE (PRIOR TO YUM BRANDS)
Yeah I dont really understand the point of a taco meat recipe that just tells you to use taco seasoning, lol. ... this works much better for getting the taco bell meat consistancy than a …
From reddit.com


TACO SALAD CASSEROLE RECIPE
1 day ago Cook ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until meat is browned and vegetables are tender, …
From allrecipes.com


TACO BELL TACO MEAT - BIGOVEN
This is the real deal...or as close as it gets! This is the recipe for that wonderful, mushy goodness found in the soft tacos at Taco Bell. Of course, it also tastes great in the corn taco shells, too! …
From bigoven.com


BEST TACO SEASONING RECIPE - THE FRESH COOKY
Apr 23, 2025 How to Use This Recipe for Taco Seasoning Mix. Use two tablespoons of taco seasoning per 1 pound of ground beef, chicken, turkey, fish, shrimp, or veggies. Cook protein, …
From thefreshcooky.com


TACO BELL MEAT RECIPE: THE ULTIMATE COPYCAT GUIDE
Apr 12, 2025 We’re diving deep into how Taco Bell creates its famous ground beef, how you can replicate it at home, and what makes their recipe so unique. This is more than just a …
From yumtasticmeals.com


REVIEW: TACO BELL MIKE'S HOT HONEY DIABLO SAUCE MAKES GOOD …
3 days ago The menu at Taco Bell frequently changes. The 2025 Taco Bell Live Más extravaganza unveiled a flurry of new menu additions, and chicken nuggets and novel sauces …
From thetakeout.com


20 GRANDMA APPROVED GROUND BEEF RECIPES PERFECT FOR MEAL PREP
4 days ago These 20 recipes are not only easy to prepare but also perfect for meal prep, making weeknight dinners a ... With a hearty meat sauce mixed with spaghetti and topped with …
From airfryermom.com


Related Search