Best 5 Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef Recipes

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Searching for the perfect "copycat Taco Bell seasoned beef" recipe? Craving the delicious flavors of Taco Bell's seasoned beef but want to recreate it in the comfort of your own kitchen? This comprehensive guide will walk you through the best recipes available, ensuring you find the ideal one that satisfies your taste buds and culinary preferences. From classic to unique variations, discover the secrets to making your own flavorful and authentic Taco Bell seasoned beef, complete with tips and tricks for achieving the perfect balance of spices and textures. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends and family with this delightful homemade rendition of a fast-food favorite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

COPYCAT TACO BELL BEEF RECIPE



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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

INSTANT POT COPYCAT TACO BELL BEEF RECIPE



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This copycat Taco Bell beef recipe is so savory and tender, and it's made super easy in the Instant Pot!

Provided by Joanne Andrea @The Salty Pot

Categories     INSTANT POT

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 lbs ground beef, frozen
4 Tbsp taco seasoning ** see notes
1 cup water or beef broth

Steps:

  • Take the frozen ground beef and add it to the instant pot.
  • Add the liquid *see notes
  • Place the lid on the Instant Pot and press manual, high pressure for 30 minutes.
  • Do a quick release.
  • Remove the lid and using a hamburger chopper or a potato masher, break down the beef into small bits.
  • Add the taco seasoning. Stir.
  • Replace the lid. Place the value into the 'seal' position and press manual, high pressure for another 30 minutes.
  • When cooking time is up, do a quick release, and remove the lid. Turn the Instant Pot off, and then press "saute" to begin reducing the amount of liquid that's in the pot until most of it is gone. (approx 15 min)
  • Stir the beef frequently to encourage evaporation.
  • When sauteing time is up, replace the lid for 10 minutes to let any bits on the bottom of the pan release. Stir one final time and let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 50 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1/4 cup, Sodium 262 milligrams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams unsaturated fat

COPYCAT TACO BELL SEASONED BEEF



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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.

TACO BELL® SEASONING COPYCAT



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Taco Bell® copycat taco seasoning.

Provided by FoodUnl.com

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Whisk onion flakes, flour, beef bouillon, garlic salt, cumin, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and sugar together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 571.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

TACO BELL TACO SEASONING MIX (COPYCAT)



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My copycat recipe for Taco Bell's seasoned ground beef is a bulk seasoning blend which yields 6 batches of tacos (1 pound ground beef per batch). When ready to use, mix 4 level tablespoons of this mixture with 3/4 cup water (directions below).

Provided by The Spice Guru

Categories     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 24-32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons masa corn flour
6 tablespoons instant onion flakes
2 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons seasoning salt (Lawry's brand only)
1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon ground oregano

Steps:

  • NOTE: TO PREPARE A SINGLE SERVING OF THIS SEASONING FOR JUST ONE BATCH TACOS, FOLLOW THIS CONVERSION RECIPE (YIELDS 4 LEVEL TABLESPOONS): 1 tablespoon masa corn flour, 1 tablespoon instant onion flakes, 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 3/4 teaspoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt, 1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon powder, 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder, 1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar, 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/8 teaspoon ground oregano. (STEP ONE): COMBINE all ingredients well and store in a dark, cool place, tightly sealed.
  • WHEN READY TO USE: Add 3/4 cup cold water and 4 level tablespoons of this seasoning into a plasic resealable container with a tight-fitting lid.
  • SHAKE mixture well until dry ingredients are thoroughly dissolved in water.
  • BROWN 1 lb ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat while stirring without overcooking (drain ground beef if necessary).
  • POUR shaken mixture into browned ground beef in skillet.
  • RAISE heat to high; BOIL mixture for one minute, stirring.
  • REDUCE heat to medium; COOK mixture, stirring occasionally, until very little liquid remains and ground beef is moist yet not soggy.
  • COVER and reduce heat to medium-low.
  • SIMMER for 5-7 minutes to steam and tenderize meat, and for flavors to infuse fully.
  • FILL crisped taco shells with seasoned ground beef mixture, adding desired cheese and vegetable fillings; SERVE and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.4, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 74.1, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 0.7

Tips:

  • Use ground chuck or sirloin for a more flavorful taco meat.
  • Brown the meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it is no longer pink.
  • Drain the excess grease from the meat before adding the seasoning.
  • Use a combination of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper to create a flavorful taco seasoning.
  • Add a little bit of beef broth or water to the taco seasoning to help it dissolve.
  • Simmer the taco seasoning with the meat for at least 15 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through.
  • Serve the taco meat with your favorite taco toppings, such as lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

Making copycat Taco Bell seasoned beef at home is easy and affordable. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and flavorful taco meat that your family and friends will love. So next time you're craving Taco Bell, skip the drive-thru and make your own seasoned beef at home.

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