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Slow Cooker Mexican Beef for Tacos and Burritos

Slow Cooker Mexican Beef for Tacos and Burritos
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A flavorful and easy Slow Cooker Mexican Beef recipe perfect for tacos, burritos, or nachos. This dish uses tender beef chuck roast slow-cooked with authentic Mexican spices and aromatics to create a rich, melt-in-your-mouth filling that’s family-friendly and versatile.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

  • 3 to 4 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed and cut into large chunks
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

Liquids and Sauce

  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth

Spices and Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef: Trim any excess fat from the chuck roast and cut into large chunks to ensure even cooking and easy shredding later.
  2. Sauté onions and garlic: (Optional) Lightly sauté the diced onions and minced garlic in a hot pan until softened to enhance their sweetness and deepen the flavor.
  3. Combine ingredients in the slow cooker: Place the beef chunks, sautéed onions, garlic, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Stir gently to coat the meat evenly.
  4. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 6 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
  5. Shred the beef: Remove the beef chunks and shred using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and let it soak in the juices for an additional 15-20 minutes on warm before serving.

Notes

  • Use chuck roast for best tenderness and juiciness, but brisket or short ribs work well too.
  • Don’t skip sautéing onions and garlic to bring depth to the flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning after cooking with extra salt, lime juice, or chili powder as desired.
  • Save the cooking liquid as a flavorful sauce or broth for serving or freezing.
  • Avoid opening the slow cooker lid frequently to maintain consistent cooking temperature.

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