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A nostalgic recreation of the Bell Beefer, this recipe captures the essence of the fast-food classic with finely crumbled taco meat, toasted buns, and fresh toppings. The taco meat is seasoned with a blend of spices and simmered to perfection, while the sandwich is assembled with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, diced onions, and a drizzle of taco sauce. Wrapping the sandwich briefly in foil or deli paper brings it all together, making it taste just...
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Brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into very fine crumbles until the meat is evenly browned.
Drain off most of the grease from the pan.
Add chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, beef bouillon powder, ground cumin, black pepper, and masa harina to the browned beef. Stir until the spices coat the meat evenly.
Pour in tomato sauce, taco sauce, and beef broth. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 8–10 minutes until the liquid reduces. The mixture should be moist enough to scoop but not runny.
Butter the cut sides of the hamburger buns.
Toast the buns in a skillet over medium heat until golden.
Place the bottom bun on a plate.
Add a generous scoop of taco meat onto the bun.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the meat and let it melt from the heat.
Top with diced onions and shredded lettuce.
Drizzle a light amount of taco sauce over the toppings.
Place the top bun on the sandwich to complete it.
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Wrap the finished sandwich in deli paper or foil for 1–2 minutes before serving. This lightly steams the bun and helps everything come together, just like the original fast-food version.
Can I use lean ground beef?
Yes, if using lean ground beef, add 1 tbsp of neutral oil to prevent the meat from drying out.
What can I substitute for masa harina?
You can use fine cornmeal as a substitute for masa harina.
How do I make the taco meat less runny?
Simmer the meat mixture until the liquid reduces and reaches a scoopable consistency.
Can I use a different taco sauce?
Yes, you can use your favorite taco sauce if Taco Bell Mild Sauce is not available.
How do I keep the sandwich warm?
Wrap the sandwich in foil or deli paper for a couple of minutes to retain warmth and steam the bun slightly.
