Here’s a simple, go-to recipe for ground beef that you can use in many dishes (tacos, rice bowls, pasta, etc.):
Basic Seasoned Ground Beef
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon oil (optional)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin (optional)
- Optional: 1–2 tablespoons tomato paste or soy sauce for extra flavor
Instructions:
- Heat the pan:
- Place a skillet over medium heat. Add oil if your beef is lean.
- Cook the beef:
- Add ground beef and break it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned.
- Add aromatics:
- Stir in onion and cook until soft, then add garlic.
- Season:
- Add salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and optional tomato paste or soy sauce.
- Cook another 2–3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Finish:
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Drain excess fat if needed.
Ways to use it:
- Stuff into wraps or tacos
- Mix with rice or potatoes
- Add to pasta or noodles
- Use in stuffed vegetables or casseroles
Quick variations:
- Spicy: add chili flakes or hot sauce
- Italian-style: add oregano + basil + tomato sauce
- Asian-style: add soy sauce + ginger
If you want, I can give you 3 super easy meals using ground beef with just a few ingredients—fast and budget-friendly.
