Easy Mexican Shredded Beef
This Easy Mexican Shredded Beef. Is a weeknight hero. Offering a flavorful and tender main dish. That brings the vibrant tastes of Mexican cuisine to your table. With minimal prep. And a slow cooker doing most of the work. You’ll get melt-in-your-mouth beef. Infused with rich spices, perfect for tacos, and burritos. Or as a topping for nachos. The combination of chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Creates an aromatic. And savory dish. That’s sure to become a family favorite. Plus, a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Adds the perfect finishing touch. Making every bite. Irresistibly delicious.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 3.5-4 pounds chuck roast boneless
- ½ c beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 lime juiced
Dry Rub Spices:
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- ½ tbsp onion powder
- 1-2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for added heat
- ½ tsp paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the spice mix: Combine all the dry rub spices in a small bowl.
- Make the broth mixture: In another bowl, whisk together beef broth and tomato paste.
- Season the roast: Place the chuck roast in the Crock Pot and rub with half of the spice mix on one side. Flip and rub the remaining spices on the other side and edges.
- Add the liquid: Pour the broth mixture over the roast.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Shred: Check for tenderness. If the roast is fork-tender, remove it and shred it in a large bowl, discarding excess fat. If not, cook for another hour.
- Finish: Return the shredded beef to the Crock Pot, add lime juice, stir, and adjust salt if needed.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free. Ensure your beef broth. And all spices are certified gluten-free. Some brands may add fillers. Or use processing facilities that handle gluten. So it’s essential to read labels carefully. Instead of traditional beef broth. You can use homemade stock. Or a gluten-free variety. Always double-check the chili powder and other spices. To avoid any gluten contamination. With these adjustments. You can enjoy this delicious, tender shredded beef. Without any worries. Making it perfect. For those with gluten sensitivities. Or Celiac disease. Enjoy this flavorful dish. In your favorite gluten-free tacos, burritos, or over rice!