Are you tired of bland, boring ground meat that lacks flavor and excitement? Get ready to transform your cooking game with this incredibly simple All Purpose Ground Meat Mix that will elevate your dishes from ordinary to extraordinary! This versatile seasoning technique works magic on ground beef or turkey, creating a flavor-packed base that can be used in countless recipes, from tacos and casseroles to stuffed peppers and beyond.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Meat
Serves: 1 pound
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Remove the ground meat from its packaging and place it in a large mixing bowl.
- Ensure the meat is at a cool room temperature for even seasoning distribution.
- Sprinkle onion powder evenly across the surface of the ground meat.
- Add garlic powder over the meat, distributing it thoroughly.
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper across the meat, using your hands to gently mix and incorporate all seasonings.
- Use your fingers or a fork to break up any large clumps, ensuring the seasonings are completely integrated with the meat.
- Avoid overworking the meat to prevent it from becoming tough.
- The seasoned meat is now ready for various cooking methods like browning in a skillet, using in casseroles, stuffing, or as a base for other recipes.
- If not using immediately, store the seasoned meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For longer storage, you can freeze the seasoned meat for up to 3 months.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Always start with meat at cool room temperature to ensure even seasoning distribution.
- Gentle Mixing is Key: Use a light touch when incorporating seasonings to prevent the meat from becoming tough and compact.
- Versatility is Your Friend: This seasoning blend works perfectly with both ground beef and ground turkey, giving you flexibility in your meal preparation.
- Storage Hack: If you're meal prepping, you can safely store this seasoned meat in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Customize Your Flavor: Feel free to experiment by adding additional herbs or spices like dried oregano, paprika, or red pepper flakes to suit your taste preferences.
- Avoid Overworking: When mixing seasonings, use your fingers or a fork gently to prevent compressing the meat, which can result in dense, tough texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 240kcal
Carbohydrates: 0g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 85mg
