Description
Mexican Shredded Beef is a deliciously tender, slow-cooked dish bursting with spices, perfect for tacos or burritos. Enjoy this flavor-packed meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Beef Chuck Roast
- 1 Yellow Onion, chopped
- 4 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Ground Cumin
- 2 tsp Chili Powder (mild)
- 1 cup Low-Sodium Beef Broth
- Juice of 1 Lime
- 2 Bay Leaves
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- Sear the Beef: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned roast until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Add Aromatics: Once browned, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Cook until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add Spices and Liquid: Sprinkle cumin and chili powder over the beef. Pour in beef broth and lime juice; mix well.
- Simmer: Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 3-4 hours until beef is tender enough to shred.
- Shred It Up: Remove the roast from the pot and shred using two forks. Mix back into its juices for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For added depth, marinate the beef overnight. - Experiment with spices like chipotle for a smoky twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.