Savory Beef Filling
Elevate your meals with this mouthwatering Savory Beef Filling, a versatile and flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for tacos, burritos, stuffed peppers, or even as a standalone dish. Featuring tender ground beef simmered in a rich blend of spices like cumin, paprika, and chili powder, this filling is enhanced by the aromatic goodness of garlic, onion, and diced green bell pepper. Tomato paste and beef stock create a luscious base, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro brings a vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this hearty filling is ideal for spicing up weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a crowd-pleasing, customizable dish. Packed with bold flavors and simple techniques, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking comfort food with a savory twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 medium, diced Green bell pepper
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 250 ml Beef stock
- 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced green bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes until softened.
Push the vegetables to the edges of the skillet and add the ground beef to the center.
Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, for 5-7 minutes until browned.
Stir in the tomato paste, making sure it is well mixed with the beef and vegetables.
Add the cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
Pour in the beef stock, bring the mixture to a simmer, and reduce the heat to low.
Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes until the liquid is mostly evaporated and the flavors meld together.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 823 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 487 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
