Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this easy-to-make Mexican Shredded Beef Recipe. Perfect for taco nights, burritos, or nachos, this dish showcases tender beef seasoned with a blend of spices that will leave everyone craving more. The slow-cooking method ensures that the meat is melt-in-your-mouth tender, while the bright lime juice adds a zesty finish. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing a family meal, this recipe is sure to impress.
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
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, shredded cheese, and sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Season the beef generously with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the seasoned roast on all sides until browned (about 4–5 minutes per side).
- Place the seared beef in a slow cooker or pot, add onion, garlic, broth, and lime juice.
- For slow cooking: Cook on low for 5 hours until fork-tender.
- For stovetop: Simmer on low for about 2 hours.
- Once tender, shred the beef with two forks and return it to the juices before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg