Mexican Beef

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Jun. 27, 2023
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 4 taco shells, flour tortillas or tortilla chips
  • Shredded cheddar cheese, sliced ripe olives, shredded lettuce, sour cream and salsa, optional

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, coriander, salt and oregano.
  2. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into beef mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with taco shells. Garnish with toppings if desired.