Description
Mouthwatering Mexican Shredded Beef is a culinary delight that transforms any meal into a festive occasion. This tender beef dish simmers with spices, filling your kitchen with enticing aromas. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or served over rice, it’s an easy recipe that guarantees flavor and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure they are fresh.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides for about 3-4 minutes until browned.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onions and minced garlic for about 3 minutes until soft.
- Stir in cumin and chili powder; cook for another minute until aromatic.
- Return the seared roast to the pot with sliced bell peppers and pour in beef broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cover with a lid.
- Cook on low heat for 3-4 hours in a slow cooker or 1.5-2 hours on the stovetop until fork-tender.
- Shred the beef using two forks and mix back into the juices. Add fresh lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added heat, include jalapeños or your favorite hot peppers. Customize spices to suit your taste preferences; smoked paprika could enhance flavor depth.