Description
Savor the irresistible flavors of this tender Mexican Shredded Beef, perfect for tacos or burritos. A comforting dish that brings family together for a memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb Beef Chuck Roast
- 1 large Onion
- 4 Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning
- Optional: Sour Cream for serving
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and cut into large chunks.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove the beef, then sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in the same pot until translucent (about 4-5 minutes).
- Return the beef to the pot, adding beef broth, cumin, paprika, and taco seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the beef with two forks and mix back into the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding bell peppers or carrots during cooking. To use a slow cooker, cook on low for about 8 hours. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.