Description
Discover a crowd‑pleasing Mexican shredded beef that’s perfect for tacos, burritos, and enchilada casseroles. This easy recipe combines smoked beef, aromatic grape juice, cumin, smoked paprika, and fresh cilantro for a melt‑in‑your‑mouth texture. Cooked low and slow in a rich broth, the beef becomes tender and flavorful, ready in just a few hours. Ideal for meal‑prep, family gatherings, and quick weeknight dinners, this dish delivers bold Mexican taste without fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grape juice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
- Transfer beef to a slow cooker or Instant Pot. Add beef broth, grape juice, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on low 8 hours (slow cooker) or high pressure 60 minutes (Instant Pot) and let natural release.
- Shred the beef with forks and stir into the juices.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.
Notes
- For extra heat
- stir in diced jalapeños or chipotle sauce. Adjust seasoning before serving. Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
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