Crock Pot Taco Meat (Printer-Friendly)
Simple slow cooked meat with salsa and seasoning, perfect for tacos or versatile meal prep.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat
01 -
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean, 10% fat)
→ Seasonings
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning
→ Sauce
03 -
1 cup salsa
# Steps to Make This:
01 -
Place raw ground beef in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Use a spatula to break up the meat into smaller pieces.
02 -
Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the beef. Pour the salsa on top, then mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
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Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, or on low for 4 hours. Stir occasionally and break up the beef further as it cooks for a finer texture.
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Stir the cooked taco meat and serve as a filling for tacos, salads, or other favorite dishes.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Choose a lean ground beef to reduce rendered fat, as the mixture will not be drained after cooking.
02 -
Swap ground beef for ground turkey or pork as desired. Adjust salsa type to control spiciness.
03 -
For a more crumbly texture, stir and break up meat several times during cooking.