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Slow Cooker Beef Tacos Recipe (barbacoa recipe)

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Beef Tacos

Cultural Context

Tacos are a traditional Mexican dish that has gained worldwide popularity. They are often filled with various ingredients, with beef being a common choice. The dish reflects the rich culinary heritage of Mexico, where street vendors and home cooks alike create their own versions, showcasing regional flavors and ingredients. Tacos are versatile and can be customized with different toppings and salsas, making them a beloved meal for many.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 pound beef chuck
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 white onion (chopped)
7 ounce can green chilis
14 ounce can diced fire roasted tomatoes
1 handful cilantro (chopped)
1 lime (juice and zest)
10 tortillas (heated in microwave 10 sec before serving)
1 cup salsa
1 cup guacamole
1/2 cup sour cream

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor, while processed cheese is budget-friendly.

1

Place the beef chuck in the slow cooker.

2

Add salt, pepper, oregano, garlic powder, chopped onion, green chilis, and diced fire roasted tomatoes to the slow cooker.

3

Cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and shreds easily.

4

Once cooked, shred the beef with two forks and mix it with the juices in the slow cooker.

5

Serve the beef in heated tortillas and top with cilantro, lime juice and zest, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingassemblinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

slow cookermicrowave

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Tacos de CarneTacos de Res
Local Name: tacos de res

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