20-Minute Ground Beef Taco Skillet
A one-pan, restaurant-quality taco dish featuring caramelized 80% lean ground beef, black beans, and zesty salsa. Ready in 20 minutes with juicy meat, perfectly melted cheddar, and no added fats.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 20
- Yield: 4 servings
- Method: Searing and braising
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Non-halal (contains beef)
Ingredients
1/2 pound (227g) 80% lean ground beef
1/2 packet taco seasoning (1.3g sodium total)
1/2 cup (80g) water-packed black beans
1/2 cup (80g) low-sodium salsa
1/2 cup (32g) shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat cast iron skillet over medium heat until surface reaches 375°F (190°C) while scooping beans into a heatproof bowl.
Pat beef dry with paper towels to remove moisture before adding to heated pan.
Work beef in circles with spoon until temperature hits 155°F (68°C) and achieves golden crust.
Stir taco seasoning into beef using wooden spoon to activate volatiles.
Spread beans across skillet where fat pools for self-basting.
Cover and transfer to 170°F (77°C) oven for 2 minutes to gently heat beans.
Spoon salsa around perimeter for moisture gradient.
Sprinkle cheese atop beef and adjust burner to 180°F (82°C) until cheese reaches 105°F (40°C).
Notes
Use 100% lean beef for lower fat content
Opt for vegan cheese alternative
Stir beans once mid-cook to maintain structure
Substitute salsa with diced fresh tomatoes, onion, and cilantro
Find it online: https://kindeat.com/20-minute-ground-beef-taco-skillet/