Pulled Beef Taco

Pulled Beef Taco
Posted on May 15, 2026maya
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Ingredients
  • 500g beef chuck, whole

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • Salt & pepper

  • 1 tbsp oil

  • 200ml beef broth

  • Tortillas

  • 3 Bay Leaves

  • 1 Stick Cinnamon (Mexican canela, if possible)

Mexican Shredded Beef Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 3.5–4 lb chuck roast, boneless

  • ½ cup beef broth

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 lime, juiced

  • 3 Bay Leaves

  • 1 Stick Cinnamon (Mexican canela, if possible)

Dry Rub

  • 2 tbsp chili powder

  • 2 tsp cumin

  • 2 tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tbsp onion powder

  • 1–2 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp cayenne

  • 1 Tsp Oregano (optional)

Toppings
  • Fresh salsa or pico de gallo

  • Avocado or guacamole

  • Fresh cilantro

  • Lime wedges

  • Sour cream

Steps
  • Rub beef with all spices

  • Sear in hot oil until browned on all sides

  • Add beef broth, cook low & slow, 3h in oven (160°C) or slow cooker on low 6–8h

  • Pull apart with two forks

  • Warm tortillas in dry pan

  • Fill with pulled beef and toppings

  • Squeeze lime on top, serve immediately


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