Most kids like some type of taco or burrito, but if you've got a kid with food allergies, this simple meal can be tough. We like to season our meat, but when we learned of our son's allergies, that meant the seasoning packets you get at the grocery store weren't going to cut it anymore. So, I figured out a recipe from scratch using the spices in my cabinet. We really like it, and the best part is that you can fine tune it to your family's taste. It works great with chicken, too.
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp sugar
1-2 tsp all purpose flour, corn flour or corn starch (this helps the sauce thicken and 'stick' to the meat)
1/2 to 1 Cup water
Mix spices and flour together. Brown 2 lb ground beef. Add seasoning mixture and water. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
My son is allergic to corn; so, we use regular flour tortillas. The ones you get at the grocery store usually have wheat flour and shortening in them, both things Jackson can handle fine. You can use corn tortillas. We've even had nachos (taco meat with cheese) with potato chips (it isn't as bad as it might sound). I like to mix up the seasoning and store it in a zip-lock bag in the pantry for that night when we need something quick and easy.
I made some taco seasoning mix today. First time! Thanks to you, since I had no idea you could even make your own. I'm anxious to try it and see if I like! Thanks for posting this.
ReplyDeleteJason and Jackson love it. My parents and brothers think this recipe is a little bland. They add some crushed red pepper flakes, cayenne and more cumin. When you make it, taste the meat just before you're done cooking to see if it needs more spice, then just sprinkle over it more cumin, cayenne or red pepper flakes and cook until it tastes right to you.
ReplyDeleteThere's another recipe I like (but Jackson says it's too hot) http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/taco-seasoning-i/Detail.aspx