Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of our Mexican Shredded Beef Recipe, perfect for elevating your taco nights. This dish features tender, marinated beef with a blend of spices that creates a savory filling for tacos, burritos, or nachos. Ideal for family gatherings or meal prep, it offers versatility and ease of preparation. Simply sear the meat, slow cook it to perfection, and shred it for a deliciously satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds chuck roast (or brisket)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Season the chuck roast with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the seasoned roast until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the meat to a slow cooker with onion, garlic, beef broth, and lime juice. Cook on low for 5 hours until fork-tender.
- Remove the meat and shred it using two forks; return to the pot to soak in juices before serving.
- Warm tortillas and fill them with shredded beef and your choice of fresh toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup shredded beef (115g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg