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Commercial RecipeHomemade Taco Recipe

Details

Time
5 minutes
Yields
36 tacos

Taco Tuesday just got sweeter with this inspired recipe featuring a hint of HERSHEY'S Cocoa that balances out your richly seasoned taco meat. Serve these as a chef's special for taco night or add this protein option to a taco bar. Either way, it'll give customers something delicious to "taco bout."

Ingredients & Directions

COOK TIME
5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp.
    onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp.
    lemon pepper
  • 1-1⁄2 tsp.
    dried red pepper flakes
  • 3⁄4 tsp.
    cayenne pepper
  • 1-1⁄2 tsp
    chili powder
  • 1-1⁄2 tsp.
    granulated beef bouillon
  • 1 Tbsp.
    HERSHEY'S Cocoa, Natural (Item# 63505)
  • 1-1⁄2 tsp.
    ground cumin
  • 3⁄4 tsp.
    garlic powder
  • 1-1⁄2 tsp.
    cornstarch
  • 3 lbs.
    ground beef
  • 16 fl. oz.
    water
  • 36
    Taco Shells
  • --
    Shredded lettuce (optional)
  • --
    Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • --
    Chopped tomatoes (optional)
  • --
    Green onions, chopped (optional)
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Directions

1

Blend onion powder, lemon pepper, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, chili powder, beef bouillon, HERSHEY'S Cocoa, cumin, garlic powder and cornstarch in small bowl. Set aside.

2

Cook beef in large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Drain off fat; stir in taco seasoning mix and water. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium, cook uncovered 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Heat taco shells according to package directions. Spoon meat mixture into taco shells. Top with shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, chopped tomatoes and green onions, if desired.