18 Taco Bell Copycat Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is the mystery meat at Taco Bell? ›

Taco Bell is revealing what's in its beef, and it turns out it's actually mostly beef. The fast-food chain's recipe contains 88% beef and 12% "signature recipe," according to a new webpage posted by Taco Bell. Also, addressing a widespread rumor, Taco Bell beef is not grade D beef, according to the website.

In case you're curious, here's our not-so-secret recipe. “We start with USDA-inspected quality beef (88%). Then add water to keep it juicy and moist (3%). Mix in Mexican spices and flavors, including salt, chili pepper, onion powder, tomato powder, sugar, garlic powder, and cocoa powder (4%).

Taco Bell's Nacho Fries seem to be the secret ingredient to fast food success.

Fast food giant Taco Bell said Friday it has taken beef off the menu in its three UK outlets after tests on ground beef from a European supplier revealed traces of horse meat. The discovery of rogue horse meat in a wide range of beef products has thrown the European meat industry into disarray in recent weeks.

Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Pour water and seasoning mix over beef; stir to combine.

It's so easy, cost effective and is great to have on hand. Feel free to use store-bought seasoning if desired. Salsa: Not only does mixing in fresh salsa give the meat extra flavor, it also helps to thicken it up as well. If you don't have salsa on hand, you can use tomato sauce and water instead.

Third is to drain the meat of any fat after it is cooked. Put the meat back in the pan, add your seasonings with a little water or tomatoes and let it simmer a few minutes to incorporate the flavors. Use lean ground meat or grill chicken breast meat and shred. Both could be lean choices and still flavorful.

Nacho Fries become Taco Bell's highest selling product.

Taco Bell main competitors are Rubio's Restaurants, Chipotle Mexican Grill, and Jack in the Box. Competitor Summary. See how Taco Bell compares to its main competitors: KFC has the most employees (820,000).

Mystery meat is a disparaging term for meat products that have an unidentifiable source, typically ground or otherwise ultra-processed foods such as burger patties, chicken nuggets, Salisbury steaks, sausages and hot dogs.

What is the meat alternative at Taco Bell? ›

The chain has also been testing its own proprietary meat substitutes, including the alternative used in the Vegan Crunchwrap. Taco Bell used pea protein and soy to make the vegan beef in the new Crunchwrap. The chain tested this iteration last August in its Crispy Melt Taco at restaurants in Birmingham, Alabama.