Native American Tacos

A modern variation of traditional, indigenous Indian tacos from the southwest. Seasoned ground beef, beans and hominy served over fluffy flatbread with taco toppings.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound Ground Beef (80% lean or leaner)
• 1-1/2 teaspoons granulated onion
• 1-1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic
• 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1-1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon chile powder
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1 medium poblano chile pepper, deseeded, chopped
• 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) hominy, drained and rinsed
• 4-1/2 teaspoons masa harina
• 6 pita breads
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Lettuce, tomato, salsa, jalapeno, Mexican cheese and sour cream (optional)

Cooking:

1. 1. Heat large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add Ground Beef; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into small crumbles and stirring occasionally. Pour off drippings, as necessary. Stir in onion, garlic, cumin, pepper, salt, allspice and chile powder.

1. Add beef stock, chile pepper, pinto beans, hominy and masa. Cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until mixture is thickened.
2. Meanwhile, heat second skillet over medium heat until hot. Add half of oil; lightly toast pita bread 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown and puffed on both sides. Repeat with remaining oil and pitas.
3. Top pitas with equal amounts of beef mixture. Sprinkle with toppings, as desired.