Description
A quick and easy recipe for savory lean ground beef, perfect for tacos, burritos, or as a topping for rice and potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and lean ground beef, breaking up the meat with a spatula. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until the beef is fully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Serve as desired—over rice, in a burrito, or as a topping for baked potatoes.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using a mix of spices like cumin or onion powder. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg