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Mexican Shredded Beef

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A flavorful, slow-cooked shredded beef dish with rich spices, tender meat, and the perfect balance of heat and zest. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or serving over rice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs chuck roast or brisket
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 can green chiles
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large skillet For searing the beef
  • Forks For shredding the beef

Method
 

  1. Sear the beef in a hot skillet with olive oil until browned on all sides.
  2. In a slow cooker, combine garlic, onion, taco seasoning, green chiles, tomato paste, and beef broth.
  3. Add the seared beef to the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  4. Shred the beef using two forks and return it to the slow cooker to absorb the juices.
  5. Serve the shredded beef in tacos, burritos, or over rice, and garnish with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

  • For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or chili powder to the cooking liquid.
  • Shredded beef can be used for quesadillas, nachos, or burritos.

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