Description
Mexican Shredded Beef is a delicious and versatile dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico right to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender, slow-cooked beef infused with savory spices, making it perfect for tacos, burritos, or served alongside rice and beans. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing meal ready in no time. Ideal for family dinners or meal prepping for busy weeks, this dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering Mexican classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds chuck roast
- 1 large onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the chuck roast until browned on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Transfer the beef to a slow cooker; add onion, garlic, spices, salt, pepper, and broth.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours until tender.
- Shred the beef using two forks and return it to the slow cooker with juices.
- Serve warm in tacos or over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg