Taco Filling Recipe

Name: Taco Filling
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 3 medium onions, finely chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 jalapeno, minced (optional and you may remove seeds and ribs); 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 2 lbs lean ground beef; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; coarse salt

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add onions; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add garlic, jalepeno, chili powder, cumin, and coriander; cook, sstirring, 1 minute.
4
Add beef; cook, breaking up meat with wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
5
Stir in tomatoes; cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated, 15-20 minutes.
6
Season generously with salt.
7
To freeze: Cool filling completely, then divide among small airtight containers; freeze up to three months.
8
Before using, defrost overnight in the refrigerator.

875

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 3 medium onions, finely chopped, 6 garlic cloves, minced, 1 jalapeno, minced (optional and you may remove seeds and ribs), and more.

Yes, Taco Filling falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Taco Filling

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Variations & substitutions

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