Genuine Taco Bell Meat Recipe: Homemade Fast-Food Magic - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 lb (453.6 g) ground beef (80/20 blend works best)
• ½ cup (120 ml) water
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chili powder
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) beef bouillon powder (or ½ bouillon cube, crushed)
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) soy sauce (for umami flavor)
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) onion powder
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) cumin
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika
• ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) black pepper
• ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika (optional)
• ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) oregano
• ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)