Taco Meatloaf

Mexican flavor is more than just a food rather it is an experience..For those who haven’t tried Mexican food, this taco meatloaf recipe is a must to try.

The traditional taco fillings include a hard shell with a variety of beans, meat, cheese, lettuce, and salsa are among the most favorite ones nowadays.

It has great flavor, we loved it! Awesome!!

Let’s start digging into the ingredients.

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Why I Love Taco Meatloaf?

• Mexican foods are the best but taco meatloaf is the one food that defines Mexican flavor.
• Taco meatloaf is a flavorful blend of different flavors of veggies and ground beef.
• Mexican spices on top bring about the taste.

What Is The Secret To Juicy Meatloaf?

• The secret to a juicy meatloaf is adding a lot of mixes and spices.
• You can also add tomatoes and different sauces to your mixture.
• Add eggs to give a better consistency.
• This all enhances the taste and quality.

What Gives Meatloaf The Best Flavor?

The flavors can bee enhanced by adding a bunch of spices such as basil or rosemary, or maybe adding a paste of tomatoes to cut out the smell of the meat.  The best flavor comes from the best spices.

What Is The Secret To Meatloaf Not Falling Apart?

To bind the contents of the meatloaf together try adding a handful of bread crumbs and about one egg..Try including these ingredients in your taco meatloaf recipe so it doesn’t crumble or fall apart easily.

What Happens If You Put Too Many Eggs In Meatloaf?

Do not put a large amount of eggs in your mixture as it causes the mixture to become squishy. Try adding egg per pound of meat.

How To Serve Taco Meatloaf?

Salsa is very famous to be served with Mexican dishes. People also prefer guacamole, sour cream, or any other sauces. Serve it with different styles of fries or a side of sticky rice and mashed potatoes.

Tips:

• To ensure consistent cooking, shape meatloaves into identical proportions.
• To verify that the internal temperature of meatloaves is 160°F, place an electronic meat thermostat in the loaf’s center.  
• Always heat your taco meatloaf in the oven or microwave. 
• Freeze the leftovers for use later.

Ingredients for Taco Meatloaf:

• Ground beef
• Large egg
• Salsa
• Sour cream
• Taco seasoning
• Crushed tortilla chip crumbs
• Shredded cheese plus more for garnish
• Salt to taste
• Chopped tomatoes and green onions for garnish

How do you make Taco Meatloaf:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2. Place the ground beef, egg, salsa, sour cream, taco seasoning, tortilla chips, shredded cheese, and salt to taste in a mixing bowl.

Adding the crushed tortilla chip crumbs.

Adding the taco seasoning.

Adding the sour cream.

Adding the salsa.

Adding the shredded cheese.

Knead with your hands until well combined.

Step 3. Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape, and place into a 9×13 baking dish.

Step 4. Bake for 60-70 minutes.

Step 5. Top with more shredded cheese, chopped tomatoes, and green onions.

Step 6. Cover lightly with tented aluminum foil until the cheese has melted before serving.

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How To Store Taco Meatloaf?

Store upto a period of five to four days in the fridge. In addition, it may be stored and kept for up to about nearly three months in the freezer in a self-sealing bag.

How To Reheat Taco Meatloaf?

Always heat in the oven or microwave with a little drops of oil. Reheating in the oven should be avoided since it dries out the meatloaf.

How Much Does Taco Meatloaf Last On The Fridge?

Taco meatloaf leftovers may be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a sealed container.

Can I Make Ahead Taco Meatloaf?

Up to a day in advance, you may prepare the taco meatloaf. Place on the sheet of parchment set up, then securely wrap in foil and store in the refrigerator. You can split up this taco meatloaf recipe and freeze it. When it is time to dine, reheat in the oven.

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