Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with these slow-cooked shredded beef tacos, featuring tender, flavorful beef complemented by fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef roast (chuck or brisket)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Taco shells or tortillas
- Toppings: fresh shredded lettuce, creamy cheese, zesty salsa, sour cream
Instructions
- Place the beef roast in the slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic.
- Pour in the beef broth and add the diced tomatoes.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Shred the beef with two forks and mix it with the juices.
- Serve in taco shells or tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Prepare the beef a day in advance for deeper flavor. Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: tacos, shredded beef, slow cooker, Mexican food, comfort food