Description
This Slow Cooker Mexican Beef recipe features a tender, flavorful beef roast seasoned with a blend of chili powder, oregano, and onion powder, slowly cooked until perfectly fork-tender. Ideal for use in burritos, tacos, nachos, or as a savory main dish, this set-it-and-forget-it meal offers authentic Mexican-inspired flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Beef and Seasoning
- 3 pound beef roast (shoulder or chuck)
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Other Ingredients
- 1 onion, sliced
- ¼ cup beef broth or water
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning mix: In a small bowl, combine the salt, chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder thoroughly to create the spice rub.
- Season the beef roast: Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over all sides of the beef roast, patting it down gently to ensure the spices adhere well to the meat.
- Set up the slow cooker: Place the sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker, then pour in the beef broth or water to add moisture for the cooking process.
- Cook the beef: Place the seasoned beef roast on top of the onions in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is fork-tender and easily shreddable.
- Drain and shred: Remove the excess liquid from the slow cooker, leaving about 1 cup to keep the beef moist. Using two forks or meat claws, shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.
Notes
- The slow cooker creates tender and flavorful shredded beef that’s perfect for a variety of Mexican dishes like burritos, tacos, and nachos.
- You can adjust the seasoning to your taste preference by adding more chili powder for extra heat.
- Leftover shredded beef can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- If you prefer a richer flavor, sear the beef roast in a hot skillet before slow cooking to develop a deeper crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 315 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 611 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 117 mg
