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One-Pot Healthy Mexican Beef Mince

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Description

This one-pot Mexican beef mince is a healthy, flavorful dish packed with protein, vegetables, and spices. Perfect for tacos, burrito bowls, or serving over rice, it’s an easy and versatile meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb (500g) lean ground beef
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 can (14 oz/400g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14 oz/400g) diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup water or beef stock
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Onion and Garlic:
    • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Brown the Beef:
    • Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add the Vegetables:
    • Stir in the bell pepper, zucchini, and corn. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Season and Simmer:
    • Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and water or beef stock. Stir to combine.
    • Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens.
  5. Finish with Lime:
    • Stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with rice, in tacos, or as a filling for burritos or lettuce wraps.

 

Notes

  • Add diced jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Swap black beans for kidney beans or chickpeas if preferred.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/one-pot-healthy-mexican-beef-mince/