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Beef tacos on a white plate

Shredded Beef Tacos


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  • Author: Emily Dixon, One Lovely Life
  • Total Time: 6 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 10 Servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These easy shredded beef tacos are made with tender, juicy beef that’s PACKED with delicious flavor!


Ingredients

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  • 4 pounds beef roast (I usually use chuck), sliced into 4-5 pieces
  • 2-4 Tbsp canola oil, coconut oil, or avocado oil
  • 1/3 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 chipotle chiles, adobo sauce rinsed off
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cloves
  • 3/4 cup beef or chicken broth
  • To serve: lettuce, cheese, tomato, corn tortillas, etc.*


Instructions

  1. Brown The Beef. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Brown beef on all sides (do it in batches if necessary–don’t crowd the pot).
  2. Make The Spice Rub. In a blender or food processor, puree vinegar, chiles, garlic, lime juice, cumin, salt, pepper, oregano, and cloves.
  3. Combine. Pour spice mixture over beef and stir to coat. Pour broth over all. Cover the pot with a lid (or a double layer of foil)
  4. Bake at 275 for 5-6 hours. If using a slow cooker, cook on high 5-6 hours or low 7-8 hours.
  5. Shred beef. Skim fat off top of broth and drippings and discard. Pour remaining liquid over beef and toss to coat.
  6. Serve with corn tortillas, lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes.

Notes

*For gluten free version: be sure your corn tortillas are gluten free. For dairy free, skip the cheese.

  • Prep Time: 35 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 Hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: oven
  • Cuisine: American