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The Best Taco Meat Recipe for Flavorful Fajitas

The Best Taco Meat Recipe for Flavorful Fajitas

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A savory, halal-friendly ground beef taco meat packed with smoky spices. Made with dried oregano, cumin, and paprika for bold flavor without any pork, alcohol, or complicated ingredients.

  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Halal Ground Beef 1 lb (450g)
Onion 1 small, finely chopped (or substitute ground turkey)
Garlic 2 cloves, minced or pressed
Ground Cumin 1 tsp
Dried Oregano 1 tsp
Smoked Paprika 1 tsp
Sea Salt 1 tsp
Black Pepper 1/2 tsp, cracked fresh
Vegetable Oil 2 tbsp (or neutral oil)

Instructions

Sauté finely chopped onion in 1 tbsp oil until translucent (5-7 minutes). Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Add ground beef with second tbsp oil. Break up clumps with spatula until browned and juicy (5-7 minutes).
Stir in cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
Remove from heat. Cover and let rest 5 minutes for juicy results.

Notes

Use 15-20% fat ground beef for optimal juiciness. Microwave onion 30 seconds to reduce odor. Taste spices before adding to adjust balance. Covers retain moisture during resting period.

  • Author: Karim
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-fry/Saute
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg