American Tacos

Week 4 is all about protein! Make sure to check out THIS post with useful information on proteins!
Todays recipe will make about 4-8 servings depending on the tortilla size you choose.

It's always fun to add your own ingredients 

Taco with the other recipes from this week!

What you'll need

• Cutting board
• Knife
• Skillet or medium sauce pan
• Measuring cups and spoons 

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground meat (try turkey, chicken, venison, buffalo)
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper powder
• 1/4 cup water
• Tortilla shells

Directions

1. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Brown meat and drain excess fat if any
2. Add seasonings to meat and stir well to combine. Add water, lower heat and cook till water has evaporated
3. Taste for seasoning
4. Serve with tortillas, chopped lettuce, tomato, onions and other toppings as desired. Alternatively serve over lettuce or spring mix as a salad 

Since there are many different kinds of protein and ways to prepare them we made 4 dishes and a side salad:

• American Tacos
• Fool-Proof Quiche
• Black Bean, Corn and pepper salad
• Persan Spiced Lentil Patties
• Classic Chopped Salad

Click on any of the above to see the recipe on how to make them and as always feel free to leave comments or questions below!