Whether you’re a kitchen novice or seasoned veteran, there’s something about a set-it-and-forget-it recipe that always appeals. Prep this dish in the morning and by dinnertime, even sooner, you’ll have the basis for tacos, quesadillas, nachos, sliders, empanadas, taquitos or any dish where the star of the show should be savoury, tender, lightly-sauced cilantro-flecked beef.
Used for tacos, this beef is a dinner saviour, any day of the week. The best part? You can please anyone at the table with a host of trimmings. Highly customizable, these are best with a range of garnishes, from fresh and bright to creamy, crunchy and herb-infused. Easily-doubled, you might consider making extra beef to store in the freezer or just to sate taco-night cravings as soon as they hit.
Method
Slow Cooker Carne Mechada Tacos 6 Steps
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Step 1
Generously season steak on both sides with salt and pepper, onion powder and cumin. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add steak and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned.
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Step 2
Meanwhile, add diced tomatoes, garlic, onion, cilantro, bay leaf, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and red chili flakes to slow cooker and stir to combine. Transfer meat to slow cooker.
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Step 3
Turn skillet down to medium and deglaze with beer, using a spatula or wooden spoon to stir and scrape up any brown bits stuck to the pan. Allow beer to reduce for 3 minutes, then add to slow cooker. Set slow cooker to low and cook for 6 hours.
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Step 4
Remove meat from slow cooker and shred. Reserve. Remove bay leaf and cilantro from cooking liquid and discard. Using an immersion blender, blend sauce and reserve.
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Step 5
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté diced yellow onion until golden. Turn down heat and add garlic. Add shredded meat and enough reserved cooking liquid to moisten. Reserve any remaining liquid for another use. Add chopped cilantro and adjust seasoning. Stir to combine.
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Step 6
Serve meat on warmed tortillas with your favorite garnishes.
Tags:
Best Taco Recipes
Toronto Recipes
Carne Mechada Tacos
Slow Cooker Carne Mechada Tacos
