Description
Succulent crockpot shredded beef tacos bring Mexican culinary magic straight to your kitchen. Tender meat, zesty spices, and simple preparation make this dish a delightful family favorite you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast
- 0.25 cup beef broth
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8–10 corn or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, diced onions, salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese
Instructions
- Select a high-quality beef chuck roast and pat it dry with paper towels to ensure optimal seasoning absorption.
- Create a robust spice blend by mixing chili powder, cumin, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Generously massage the spice mixture into the entire surface of the beef, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the seasoned beef on all sides until a rich, golden-brown crust develops, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the seared beef to the crockpot and scatter chopped onions around and underneath the meat.
- Pour beef broth and lime juice over the roast, then add the chopped chipotle pepper for a smoky, spicy undertone.
- Cover and cook on low temperature for 8 hours, allowing the beef to become tender and easily shreddable.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the beef and use two forks to shred the meat, discarding any excess fat.
- Return shredded beef to the cooking liquid and stir to absorb additional flavor and moisture.
- Warm tortillas and assemble tacos, topping with fresh cilantro, diced onions, salsa, sour cream, or shredded cheese as desired.
Notes
- Pat the beef chuck roast completely dry before seasoning to help create a perfect golden-brown sear and lock in maximum flavor intensity.
- Create a robust spice blend ahead of time and let it sit for 15-30 minutes before applying to enhance the depth and complexity of the meat’s taste profile.
- Consider using low-sodium beef broth to control salt levels and prevent the dish from becoming too salty during the long, slow cooking process.
- For a gluten-free alternative, swap traditional flour tortillas with corn tortillas or lettuce wraps, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delicious meal regardless of dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg