Ingredients:

  • 1 lb 85/15 ground beef
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 0.5 cup beef broth

Instructions:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, 0.5 tsp onion powder, 0.25 tsp oregano, 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes, 0.5 tsp sea salt, 0.25 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp cornstarch.
  2. Place your skillet over medium high heat. Add the 1 lb 85/15 ground beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula, until the meat is browned and no longer pink.
  3. Carefully tilt the pan and spoon out most of the rendered fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  4. Sprinkle the prepared seasoning mix over the meat. Stir constantly for 1 minute until the spices smell fragrant and toasted.
  5. Pour in the 0.5 cup beef broth. Stir well to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the liquid has thickened into a velvety sauce.
  6. Remove from heat and let the meat sit for 2 minutes. This allows the sauce to set slightly so it doesn't run out of the taco shells.