Ah, the classic burger—it’s not just a meal, it’s an experience. With American Wagyu ground beef, this burger becomes a symphony of flavors that dances on your taste buds like a summer festival in full swing. Imagine biting into a juicy patty that’s rich and buttery, yet somehow familiar, like that song you can’t get out of your head.
Steps
- Begin by preparing the taco shells, either by using store-bought ones or making them fresh with Masa flour and boiling water.
- Cook the Wagyu ground beef until browned, then incorporate frozen black beans or freshly prepared ones.
- Assemble the tacos by spreading Greek yogurt onto each shell, followed by a layer of the beef and bean mixture.
- Sprinkle grated cheese over the top, and add shredded lettuce, chopped red onion, sweet pepper, and ripe tomato.
- Garnish the tacos with chopped green onion before serving.
Ingredients
- Taco shells or freshly made
- Boiling water
- Masa flour
- Wagyu minced beef
- Frozen black beans or freshly made
- Greek yogurt
- Grated cheese
- Shredded lettuce
- Chopped red onion
- Chopped sweet pepper
- Chopped ripe red tomato
- Chopped green onion for garnish
- Double 8 Cattle Company Fullblood Wagyu Ground Beef
- Minced garlic
- Minced ginger
- Minced white onion
- Chili oil
- Sesame oil
- Soy sauce
- Chili bean sauce
- Minced green onion
- Medium firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- Toasted and ground Sichuan peppercorns
- Water
- Grapeseed oil
- Small diced yellow onion
- Ground coriander
- Ground cumin
- Ancho chili powder
- Minced garlic
- Kosher salt
- Arrowroot powder (for rolling potato balls)
- Avocado oil (for spraying potato balls)
- Medium diced russet potatoes
- Butter
- Grapeseed oil
- Sesame oil
- Soy sauce
- Sake
- Dashi
- Small diced large sweet onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Brown sugar
- Thawed English peas
- Finely minced ginger
- Jasmine rice
- Peeled and diced large onion
- Peeled and diced large carrots
- Small diced celery
- Coarse ground Wagyu beef
- Beef stock
- Tomato paste
- Worcestershire sauce
- Chopped fresh rosemary
- Chopped fresh thyme
- Frozen peas
- Corn
- Butter
- Grapeseed oil
- Small diced large yellow onion
- Peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces large carrots
- Peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces large parsnip
- Peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces small rutabaga
- Cut into 1/2 inch pieces small Yukon Gold potatoes
- Cut into 1/2 inch pieces leek
- Tomato paste
- Minced garlic cloves
- Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
- Egg roll wrappers
- Minced garlic cloves
- Small diced sweet yellow onion
- Minced ginger
- Gochujang sauce
- Sriracha or hot sauce
- Chili oil
- Toasted sesame oil
- Dark brown sugar
- Minced Chinese chives (or scallions)
- Soy sauce
- Jumbo dry pasta shells
- Kosher salt
- Water
- Grapeseed oil
- Can of crushed tomatoes
- Can of tomato paste
- Small diced yellow onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Red wine
- Sherry vinegar
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Butter
- Chopped sweet onion
- Chili powder
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Orecchiette pasta
- Grated zucchini
- Beef broth
- Whole milk
- Ketchup
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Minced water chestnuts
- Minced cilantro
- Minced scallions
- Garlic chile paste
- Soy sauce
- Kosher salt
- Apricot preserves
- Rice wine vinegar
- Finely minced ginger
- Finely minced garlic cloves
- Soy sauce
- Minced kimchi (drained)
- Minced tofu (drained)
- Minced mung bean sprouts
- Diced red onion
- Minced green onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Minced ginger
- Toasted sesame oil
- Soy sauce
- Round gyoza dumpling wrappers
- Egg (for egg wash)
- Grated parmesan cheese
- Panko bread crumbs
- Egg
- Kosher salt
- Hot sauce
- Minced sweet onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Minced parsley
- Crushed tomatoes
- Minced sweet onion
- Olive oil
- Panko bread crumbs
- Minced parsley
- Minced oregano
- Grated parmesan
- Egg
- Milk
- Fregola pasta
- Rough chopped spinach
- Chicken stock
- Minced garlic
- Small diced rib celery
- Grapeseed oil (divided)
- Small diced yellow onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Bread crumbs
- Eggs
- Ground allspice
- Nutmeg
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Butter
- Flour
- Cooked white rice
- Shredded carrot
- Cabbage
- Diced onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Tomato paste
- White wine
- Paprika
- Oregano
- Parsley
- Minced thyme
- Minced sweet onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Minced fresh ginger
- Minced green onion
- Sesame oil
- Grated large carrot
- Kosher salt
- Soy sauce
- Lumpia wrappers
- Water (for sealing wrappers)
- Vegetable oil
- Finely minced or grated small onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Ground cumin
- Oregano
- Sumac
- Cayenne pepper
- Cinnamon
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Grated cucumber
- Gyoza wrappers
- Grapeseed oil (per batch)
- Sesame oil (per batch)
- Water (per batch)
- Minced green onions
- Minced garlic cloves
- Minced ginger
- Soy sauce
- Toasted sesame oil
- Peeled and shredded large carrot
- Finely minced yellow onion
- Minced small large yellow onion
- Minced small garlic cloves
- Ketchup
- Eggs
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Thick-cut peppered bacon (8 chopped and 8 cut in half)
- Torn into 1-inch pieces white sandwich bread
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Ketchup
- Sriracha sauce
- Grapeseed oil
- Small diced yellow onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Ground pork
- Medium diced Yukon Gold potatoes
- Cinnamon
- Oregano
- Mustard powder
- All spice
- Cloves
- Dried thyme
- Water
- Harissa (using the Mina brand)
- Panko bread crumbs
- Chopped finely cilantro (leaves and stems)
- Finely minced large shallot
- Finely minced garlic cloves
- Beaten eggs
- Hot paprika
- Ground cumin
- Ground coriander
- Leaves only flat leaf parsley
- Ground pork
- Chopped green onions (green and white parts)
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Minced garlic cloves
- Eggs
- Soy sauce
- Rice wine vinegar
- Sesame oil
- Chili garlic sauce
- Minced fresh ginger
- Kosher salt
- Finely chopped prosciutto
- Ricotta cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Panko bread crumbs
- Eggs
- Kosher salt (add more if needed)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Ground fennel seed
- Ground nutmeg
- Minced garlic cloves
- Minced yellow onion
- Olive oil (divided)
- Minced mushrooms
- Grated large carrot
- Sauerkraut
- Minced shallot
- Minced parsley
- Grated Gruyere cheese
- Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper (to season)
- Eggs
- Fine bread crumbs
- Cold water
- Beef stock
- Small diced sweet onion
- Diced leek (cut in half)
- Sweet paprika
- Ground cumin
- Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Flour
- Hard-boiled eggs (cut into quarters)
- Granulated sugar
- Butter
- Egg
- Panko bread crumbs
- Harissa paste (divided)
- Ground cumin (divided)
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Grapeseed oil
- Peeled, cut in half lengthwise, and cut into half-inch pieces large carrots
- Minced yellow onion
- Chicken stock
- Baby spinach
- Grapeseed oil
- Small diced sweet onion
- Minced garlic cloves
- Beef stock
- Corn starch
- Kosher salt
- Smoked paprika
- Grated sharp white cheddar cheese
- All-purpose flour
- Butter (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- Sausage
- Artichoke hearts
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Feta cheese
- Grated parmesan
- Olives
- Arugula
- Minced garlic
- Crushed tomatoes
- Olive oil (to season)
- Balsamic vinegar (to season)
- Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper (to season)
- Grated Asian pear
- Gochujang Korean paste
- Soy sauce
- Panko bread crumbs
- Minced fine fresh ginger
- Minced garlic
- Beaten egg
- Kosher salt
- Minced green onions
- Toasted sesame oil
- Jasmine rice
- Grapeseed oil
- Chopped garlic
- Chopped ginger root
- Minced green jalapeño
- Minced red jalapeño (optional ingredient)
- Frozen green peas
- Small diced yellow potatoes
- Ground coriander
- Kosher salt
- Small diced medium yellow onion
- Chopped cilantro leaves
FAQ
- What is the recommended cooking time for Wagyu ground beef tacos?
- The preparation time is about 10 minutes, and the cooking time is an additional 10 minutes.
- Can I use fresh ingredients instead of frozen for the taco recipe?
- Yes, you can use fresh black beans and make fresh taco shells if you prefer.
- What are some common spices used in Wagyu ground beef recipes?
- Common spices include ground coriander, cumin, ancho chili powder, paprika, and chili oil.
- Is there a vegetarian alternative to Wagyu ground beef in these recipes?
- While the recipes focus on Wagyu ground beef, you could try substituting with tofu or other plant-based protein alternatives as per your dietary preferences.
- What type of oil is frequently used in cooking Wagyu ground beef dishes?
- Grapeseed oil and sesame oil are frequently used in these recipes for cooking Wagyu ground beef dishes.
Tips
- Enhance Flavor with Proper Seasoning: When cooking with Wagyu ground beef, it’s crucial to season it well to enhance its natural flavors. Consider using a mix of spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, along with fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary.
- Achieve the Perfect Texture: To ensure your dishes have the right texture, be mindful of how you handle the meat. Avoid over-mixing or pressing down too hard on the beef during cooking, as this can make it dense and tough.
- Choose the Right Cooking Oil: Use a high smoke point oil like grapeseed or avocado oil for searing Wagyu ground beef. This helps achieve a nice caramelization without burning the oil.
- Incorporate Fresh Ingredients: To complement the richness of Wagyu beef, include fresh and vibrant ingredients such as diced onions, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. These not only add flavor but also balance the richness of the meat.
Equipment
- Taco Shell Press – For making fresh taco shells.
- Spice Grinder – For grinding spices like Sichuan peppercorns.
- Mandoline Slicer – For finely slicing vegetables like parsnips or rutabaga.
- Food Processor – For mincing ingredients like ginger or garlic finely.
- Rice Cooker – For cooking jasmine rice efficiently.
- Dumpling Wrapper Maker – For making or sealing dumpling or gyoza wrappers.
- Grater – For grating cheese or vegetables like carrots and cucumbers.
- Wok – For stir-frying ingredients in recipes using sesame oil and soy sauce.
- Immersion Blender – For blending sauces or soups smoothly.
- Kitchen Scale – For measuring ingredients precisely, especially when working with minced or ground items.
