Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Tender Slow-Cooked Street Tacos, a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. These tacos feature succulent beef chuck roast seasoned with aromatic spices, slow-cooked to perfection and served in warm tortillas. Topped with fresh pico de gallo and cilantro, every bite promises an explosion of taste that will transport you to the streets of Mexico. Ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup pico de gallo (fresh salsa)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Rub the beef chuck roast generously with cumin and chili powder.
- Sear the roast in a hot skillet for about 3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the seared roast to a slow cooker; add chopped onions and garlic (and beef broth if desired).
- Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until tender.
- Shred the meat using two forks directly in the slow cooker.
- Serve inside warmed tortillas topped with pico de gallo and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg