Sometimes we just need to know how to make a taco recipe for those Old El Paso Tacos and for that, we need the Old El Paso Taco Instructions!
Old El Paso Taco Instructions
This is the most loved taco recipe at my house, how about yours? The instructions are easy and the flavors are classic even if not authentic south of the border tacos.
Old El Paso Seasoning also works as a rub or flavoring on all kinds of meat. Try my recipe for Taco Seasoning Chicken and our Taco Seasoning for Chili! !
Here’s What You’ll Need
- 1 lb beef
- Taco shells and fixings (lettuce, cheese, sauce, etc.)
- 1 packet of Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
Here’s How You Do It
- Brown the beef
- Add the seasoning and then at the right time add some water.
- Cover and simmer for a bit. Easy!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Yes, you can freeze it! Place in a freezer safe container, remove as much air as possible and freeze for up to three months.
This taco meat will last up to 5 days if kept covered in the fridge.
Tips and Tricks for Old El Paso Taco Instructions
- While beef is the recommended meat for this recipe, you can easily use turkey, EVP, chicken, pork or even sausage.
- Chopped or shredded chicken makes a nice taco too!
- Toppings and sauces make all the difference! Try something new and you’ll be so surprised!
- Drain the ground meat well after browning it if there is a lot of grease in the pan.
- Only spoon about 1-2 Tbs of ground meat into your taco shell for the right balance of ingredients.
- For added flavor, you can add some chili seasoning or simply use two packets per pound of ground beef.
- Add more heat by adding Cayenne (be careful!)
- More flavor using garlic powder and onion powder.
Substitutions
Ground Beef – you can use any of the following and it works out just fine: ground chicken, ground turkey, ground pork, any % ground beef, EVP, vegetarian crumbles, tofu, shrimp and fish.
Old El Paso Seasoning – You can use a different brand, but I don’t recommend it. There are recipes out there for seasoning copycats. If you have never made tacos before, stick with the Old El Paso Taco Instructions first before branching out.
Taco Shells and Fixings – there’s a whole world of toppings and shells, use any that you like and see the list below for some ideas
Great Taco Toppings
At a loss for ideas? No worries, here’s a bunch…
- Cheese – shredded or nacho
- Queso
- White Mexican Cheese
- Lettuce
- Spinach leaves
- Onions
- tomatos
- Cilantro
- toasted garlic
- peppers
- poblanos
- cucumber
- avocado
- tomato sauce
- rotel
- pico de gallo
- seeds/nuts
- beans – all kinds
- roasted corn
Special Equipment
You don’t need any special equipment BUT these taco holders are pretty darn handy to have around.
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Old El Paso Taco Instructions
Ingredients
- 1 Tbs vegetable oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2/3 Cup water
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1/4 cup)
Instructions
- In a skillet on the stovetop, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat until rippled and glistening in the pan.
- Break up the ground beef and add to the pan. Using a spatula chop up the ground beef into the smallest possible bits and heat until the pink in the meat has turned to brown.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add the 2/3 cup of water and the seasoning packet to the meat. Mix well and place a lid on the frying pan. Simmer with lid on for 3-4 minutes until the water has evaporated. Remove from the heat. Serve hot.
Notes
- While ground beef is the recommended meat for this recipe, you can easily use ground turkey, EVP, ground chicken, ground pork or even sausage.
- Chopped or shredded chicken makes a nice taco too!
- Toppings and sauces make all the difference! Try something new and you’ll be so surprised!
- Drain the ground meat well after browning it if there is a lot of grease in the pan.
- Only spoon about 1-2 Tbs of ground meat into your taco shell for the right balance of ingredients.
- For added flavor, you can add some chili seasoning or simply use two packets per pound of ground beef.
- Add more heat by adding Cayenne (be careful!)
- More flavor using garlic powder and onion powder.
Nutrition
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Phillippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Wendi
Wednesday 1st of February 2023
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