Blackstone Griddle Taco Meat
Description
Easy Blackstone griddle taco meat made with perfectly seasoned, juicy ground beef. Seared on the flat-top for bold flavor and ready in about 20 minutes — ideal for tacos, bowls, and burritos on busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ pounds ground beef, (80/20 recommended)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the griddle. Set your Blackstone to medium-high and let it fully preheat. Drizzle on the olive oil and add the chopped onion. Cook, stirring, until soft and translucent.
- Add the garlic. Stir in the minced garlic and cook about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Brown the beef. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula, spreading it across the hot surface. Cook until browned with no pink remaining, letting it sear for crispy edges.
- Season. Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the meat. Stir to coat evenly, then cook another 2–3 minutes so the flavors meld.
- Serve. Remove from heat and serve immediately in tacos, bowls, or burritos. Top with cheese, lettuce, salsa, avocado, or your favorites.
Equipment
- Blackstone griddle (or flat-top)
- Metal griddle spatula
- Cooking Oil
Notes
- For a crowd, cook in batches so the griddle never gets crowded.
- Add a pinch of cayenne or diced jalapeño for extra heat.
- Stir in a tablespoon of tomato paste for a richer, saucier finish.
- Swap in ground turkey or chicken; reduce cook time slightly and add a little extra oil.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 211kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 25gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 475mgPotassium: 454mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 367IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 3mg